Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gelidity
Noun
/dʒɛˈlɪdəti/
Definition
The quality or state of being gelid; coldness or frostiness.
Examples
- The gelidity of the winter night was almost unbearable without a warm coat.
- Scientists studied the gelidity of the glacier to understand climate change better.
Meaning
Gelidity refers to an extreme level of coldness that can be associated with icy temperatures or chilly conditions.
Synonyms
- Coldness
- Frigidness
- Chill
- Coolness
- Frostiness
