icy

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adjective

icier; iciest
Synonyms of icynext
1
a
: covered with, abounding in, or consisting of ice
b
: intensely cold
2
: characterized by coldness : frigid
an icy stare
also : steely
icy nerves
icily adverb
iciness noun

iciness

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noun

ic·​i·​ness ˈīsēnəs How to pronounce iciness (audio)
-sin-
plural -es
: the quality or state of being icy
her voice carried … a quality of icinessLouis Bromfield

Examples of icy in a Sentence

Adjective an icy drink that was especially refreshing on that hot afternoon she wondered why the salesclerk at the boutique had given her an icy glare
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Adjective
Add the lid and shake until the surface of the cup is icy. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2026 Their journey spans icy fjords, Byzantine intrigue, and the fabled Silk Road, blending Viking grit with ancient Chinese wisdom, unexpected alliances, and a touch of magic. Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 25 June 2026 Through icy landscapes, courage and friendship are tested – and the children discover that the true magic of Christmas comes from togetherness. Leo Barraclough, Variety, 22 June 2026 For a similar shade to Bieber's icy, fully opaque white, try OPI's Nail Lacquer in Alpine Snow or Londontown's Enhanced Colour polish in Duchess. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for icy

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of icy was before the 12th century

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“Icy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/icy. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

icy

adjective
icier; iciest
1
a
: covered with, full of, or consisting of ice
b
: very cold
icy weather
2
icily adverb
iciness noun

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