Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gooseflesh
noun
/ˈɡuːsˌflɛʃ/
Definition
A temporary skin condition characterized by small bumps on the skin, often occurring when the body is cold or in response to strong emotions.
Examples
- When the wind picked up, she felt gooseflesh crawl across her arms.
- His haunting story gave everyone gooseflesh.
- The sight of the majestic mountain range at sunrise left her with gooseflesh.
Meaning
Gooseflesh is the sensation felt on the skin when tiny muscles at the base of hair follicles contract, causing the hair to stand upright—often referred to as ‘chills’ or ‘hair standing on end.’
Synonyms
- chills
- goosebumps
- shivers
