Describes a physically cold or cool sensation, often of objects, air, or liquids.
A chilly wind started blowing.
冷ややかな水で顔を洗った。
I washed my face with cold water.
cold; frigid; indifferent; distant
Used for a person's attitude, gaze, or response that is emotionally cold, unfriendly, or dismissive.
彼は冷ややかな目で私を見た。
He looked at me with cold eyes.
上司の冷ややかな態度に傷ついた。
I was hurt by my boss's cold attitude.
Describes a person's demeanor as unruffled, level-headed, or maintaining composure, especially under pressure.
彼はいつも冷ややかで、動揺しない。
He is always composed and never gets flustered.
His coworkers gave him cold, distant looks.
She had a cold, dismissive attitude from the start.
He gave a cold smile in response to the question.
She said it in a cold, detached tone.
The president took the criticism calmly and without much reaction.