Learn how to use the comparative “chillier” and superlative “chilliest” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “chillier”?

The comparative form of “chillier” is “chillier”.

Example

Today is chillier than yesterday.

Example

The temperature in the mountains is chillier than at the beach.

What is the superlative form of “chillier”?

The superlative form of “chillier” is “chilliest”.

Example

Among all the seasons, winter is the chilliest.

Example

The coldest day of the year is usually the chilliest.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

'Most' and 'more' are generally not used with chillier, chilliest, and coldest. They’re considered regular comparatives and superlatives. The forms 'more chilly', 'most chilly', 'more chilliest', and 'most chilliest' are not used because they sound awkward. Instead, chillier and chilliest are the correct and preferred forms to use.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

Chilly follows the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: Chilly → Chillier Superlative: Chilly → Chilliest

Expressions with similar meanings to “chillier”

colder

Used to describe something that is colder in temperature

Example

The ice cream in the freezer is colder than the one on the counter.

frostier

Used to describe something that is colder with a frosty or icy quality

Example

The air in the winter morning was frostier than ever.

more frigid

A slightly formal way of expressing increased coldness

Example

The Arctic region experiences more frigid temperatures than any other place on Earth.

Expressions with similar meanings to “chilliest”

coldest

Similar to chilliest, this emphasizes the lowest temperature

Example

The water in the lake during winter is the coldest.

frostiest

Used to describe the highest level of coldness with a frosty or icy quality

Example

The frostiest day of the year is when everything is covered in a thick layer of ice.

most frigid

A slightly formal way of expressing the highest level of coldness

Example

The most frigid temperatures are found in the polar regions.

Using than with comparative “chillier”

When using the comparative form chillier to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "Today is chillier than yesterday." Here, than is used to show that the temperature today is colder than the temperature yesterday.

How can I use this expression in context?

“chillier” and “chilliest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Weather

  The weather today is chillier than yesterday.

  The weather today is chillier than yesterday.

• 2. Seasons

  Winter is the chilliest season of the year.

  Winter is the chilliest season of the year.

• 3. Locations

  The mountains are chillier than the beach.

  The mountains are chillier than the beach.

• 4. Food and Drinks

  I prefer my drinks to be chillier than room temperature.

  I prefer my drinks to be chillier than room temperature.

• 5. Personal Comfort

  He likes his room to be chillier when he sleeps.

  He likes his room to be chillier when he sleeps.

Related idioms and phrases

Cold as ice

To be extremely cold.

Example

After being outside in the snow, her hands were cold as ice.

Bundle up

To dress warmly, especially in cold weather.

Example

It's freezing outside, so make sure to bundle up before going out.

In the cold light of day

To see or understand something clearly and without emotion.

Example

After the excitement of the party wore off, she saw the situation in the cold light of day.