All 9 Uses of
cordial
in
The Brothers Karamazov
- The discussion died down for a moment, but the elder, seating himself in his former place, looked at them all as though cordially inviting them to go on.†
Chpt 2 *
- After listening attentively and respectfully Ivan went on, addressing the elder with perfect composure and as before with ready cordiality: "The whole point of my article lies in the fact that during the first three centuries Christianity only existed on earth in the Church and was nothing but the Church.†
Chpt 2
- "Alyosha, I should be very glad to meet you to-morrow morning," said Ivan cordially, standing up.†
Chpt 3
- His cordiality was a complete surprise to Alyosha.†
Chpt 3
- It wore an expression of gayety, kindness and cordiality.†
Chpt 4
- The girl at the window turned her back indignantly on the scene; an expression of extraordinary cordiality came over the haughtily inquiring face of the woman.†
Chpt 4
- I met with a cordial reception everywhere, as I was of a lively temperament and was known to be well off, which always goes a long way in the world.†
Chpt 6
- They always gave me a cordial and friendly reception.†
Chpt 6
- They looked much more amiable, almost cordial.†
Chpt 8
Definition:
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(cordial as in: a cordial reception) friendly -- usually warm and heartfelt, but possibly only polite