hillier; hilliest
Synonyms of hillynext
: abounding in hills

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The hilly terrain also hosts Maryland’s only winter sports getaway, Wisp Resort, which has downhill skiing and snowboarding. Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 8 May 2026 In the hilly suburb of Kirtland, Ohio, one palatial pad towers above the rest. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 4 May 2026 Accessibility Siari Riviera Nayarit, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, is set on a notably hilly landscape, with some guest rooms perched high, which can make getting around on foot challenging for guests with limited mobility. Alisha Prakash, Travel + Leisure, 25 Apr. 2026 Wheelchair rentals are available at the main entrance, and most paths are accessible for wheelchairs and strollers, though some hilly sections may require extra effort. Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hilly

Word History

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 12 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

hilly

adjective
hillier; hilliest
: having many hills
a hilly city

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