hillier; hilliest
: abounding in hills

Examples of hilly in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Funiculars are often found in hilly cities, mountain resorts, or tourist areas where traditional trains or buses would struggle with steep gradients. Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025 Handlebar brakes are recommended for hilly areas, where foot brakes handle flat terrain best. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025 In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 26 Aug. 2025 In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 22 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for hilly

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hilly was in the 14th century

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Hilly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hilly. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

hilly

adjective
hillier; hilliest
: having many hills
a hilly city

More from Merriam-Webster on hilly

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!