icier

[ˈaɪsiər]

icier Definition

• 1. comparative form of 'icy': very cold, covered in ice, or made of ice
• 2. unfriendly or showing no emotion

Using icier: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "icier" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The weather is getting icier as winter approaches.

• Example

  Her response was icier than the cold wind outside.

• Example

  His icy stare sent shivers down my spine.

icier Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for icier

• cold
• frosty
• chilly
• glacial
• unemotional
• reserved
• aloof

Antonyms for icier

• warm
• friendly
• welcoming
• emotional

Phrases with icier

• icy cold

  very cold, freezing

  Example

  The water was icy cold, and I couldn't feel my toes after a few minutes.

• break the ice

  to make a start by overcoming initial difficulties

  Example

  I tried to break the ice by asking her about her hobbies, but she seemed uninterested.

• on thin ice

  in a risky or uncertain situation

  Example

  He's on thin ice with his boss after missing the deadline for the project.

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Summary: icier in Brief

'Icier' [ˈaɪsiər] is the comparative form of 'icy,' meaning very cold, covered in ice, or made of ice. It can also describe someone who is unfriendly or shows no emotion, as in 'Her response was icier than the cold wind outside.' Phrases like 'icy cold' denote extreme coldness, while 'break the ice' means to overcome initial difficulties, and 'on thin ice' refers to a risky or uncertain situation.