Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bone-chilling
Adjective
/ˈboʊnˌtʃɪl.ɪŋ/
Definition
Causing a feeling of extreme fear or cold; something that chills you to the bone.
Examples
- The film had a bone-chilling atmosphere that kept the audience on the edge of their seats.
- The wind howled through the trees, creating a bone-chilling sound that echoed in the night.
- Her bone-chilling scream pierced the silence of the dark forest.
Meaning
The term ‘bone-chilling’ is often used to describe experiences that evoke a strong sense of fear or a very cold sensation.
Synonyms
- Frightening
- Terrifying
- Chilling
- Scary
- Hair-raising
