Both Uses
cordial
in
The Gold-Bug
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- He did not press me to remain, but, as I departed, he shook my hand with even more than his usual cordiality.†
*cordiality = friendliness
- Soon after dark they arrived, and gave me a most cordial welcome.†
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.