Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chill-pill

noun
/ˈʧɪl pɪl/
Definition
A slang term that refers to a metaphorical pill that would help someone relax or take it easy.
Examples
  • It’s just a game, why don’t you take a chill-pill and enjoy it?
  • After a stressful day, he really needed a chill-pill to unwind.
  • She’s been so anxious lately; I told her to take a chill-pill.
Meaning
To take a ‘chill-pill’ means to calm down or to stop being overly emotional or tense about a situation.
Synonyms
  • calm down
  • relax
  • take it easy
  • take a breather