Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chilly
adjective
/ˈtʃɪli/
Definition
Having a noticeably low temperature; uncomfortably cool.
Examples
- The morning air was chilly, prompting her to grab a sweater.
- After months of summer heat, the fall weather felt particularly chilly.
- A chilly wind blew through the trees, scattering leaves everywhere.
Meaning
When something is chilly, it feels cold enough to make you uncomfortable but is not extremely cold.
Synonyms
- cool
- cold
- frigid
- nip
- bitter
