All 3 Uses
cordial
in
Faust -- Part 1 -- translated by Theil
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- IGNIS FAPUUS
That you are master here it obvious quite;
To do your will, I'll cordially essay;
Only reflect!†*cordially = in a friendly way - FIDDLER
To take each other's life, I trow,
Would cordially delight them!† - It will prove
A cordial, and your heart inspire!†
Definitions:
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(1)
(cordial as in: a cordial reception) friendly -- usually warm and heartfelt, but possibly only polite
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(2)
(meaning too rare to warrant focus) Less commonly, "cordial" can refer to a sweet drink. The drink can be non-alcoholic or alcoholic depending upon region and context.