hilly

adjective

ˈhi-lē How to pronounce hilly (audio)
hillier; hilliest
Synonyms of hillynext
: abounding in hills

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Reporting from Valladolid, Spain Large crowds — locals and tourists alike — gathered to watch the eclipse at the Cerro de Contienda, a hilly park outside Valladolid in northern Spain. — Raf Sanchez, NBC news, 12 Aug. 2026 Yet its a complicated and costly task that includes expanding electricity and building and maintaining roads on hilly terrain. — Fatma Tanis, NPR, 4 Aug. 2026 The design elements are crafted by local artists, while the light and airy furnishings complement the hilly construction. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 23 July 2026 In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. — Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 11 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for hilly

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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

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“Hilly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hilly. Accessed 16 Aug. 2026.

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hilly

adjective
ˈhil-ē How to pronounce hilly (audio)
hillier; hilliest
: having many hills
a hilly city

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