chilly

[ˈtʃɪli]

chilly Definition

• 1. unpleasantly cold
• 2. not friendly or enthusiastic

Using chilly: Examples

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

• Example

  It's chilly outside, so don't forget to wear a jacket.

• Example

  The receptionist gave me a chilly greeting when I arrived.

• Example

  The atmosphere in the room was chilly after the argument.

• Example

  Their relationship had become chilly over time.

chilly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for chilly

• cold
• cool
• frigid
• unfriendly
• aloof

Antonyms for chilly

• warm
• friendly
• enthusiastic

Phrases with chilly

• chilly weather

  cold or cool weather

  Example

  I prefer to stay indoors during chilly weather.

• chilly reception

  an unfriendly or unwelcoming reception

  Example

  The new employee received a chilly reception from their colleagues.

• chilly atmosphere

  an unfriendly or tense atmosphere

  Example

  The meeting had a chilly atmosphere after the disagreement between the two managers.

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Summary: chilly in Brief

The term 'chilly' [ˈtʃɪli] describes something that is unpleasantly cold or someone who is not friendly or enthusiastic. It can refer to weather, as in 'chilly weather,' or social interactions, such as a 'chilly reception.' 'Chilly' has synonyms like 'cold' and 'unfriendly,' and antonyms like 'warm' and 'friendly.'