1
as in chilling
uncomfortably cool
those chilly nights when a warm fire can be especially comforting
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in icy
lacking in friendliness or warmth of feeling
a chilly glare directed at the person who tried to go to the head of the line
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in cold
having a low or subnormal temperature
a chilly spring morning
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
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.
Recent Examples of chilly
Parts of the Northeast and mid-Atlantic — Boston, New York City and Washington, DC, included — have already been enjoying pumpkin-spice weather this week, thanks to an earlier cold front and a wind shift from Hurricane Erin that funneled in chilly air.
—
Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2025
Bring layers for that chilly ocean breeze, and don’t forget to pack your SPF to protect from that strong Mediterranean sun!
—Katie Henwood, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2025
Snowy, cold winter expected in Kentucky following historic 2025 weather
While winter doesn't officially begin until the winter solstice on December 21, the Farmer's Almanac is already predicting a chilly, snowy season for much of the country, including Kentucky.
—Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 13 Aug. 2025
Plunging into the chilly waters off the western coast of Canada, a pair of scuba divers swam along the seafloor near an octopus.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 12 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for chilly
Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2025
Bring layers for that chilly ocean breeze, and don’t forget to pack your SPF to protect from that strong Mediterranean sun!
—Katie Henwood, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2025
Snowy, cold winter expected in Kentucky following historic 2025 weather
While winter doesn't officially begin until the winter solstice on December 21, the Farmer's Almanac is already predicting a chilly, snowy season for much of the country, including Kentucky.
—Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 13 Aug. 2025
Plunging into the chilly waters off the western coast of Canada, a pair of scuba divers swam along the seafloor near an octopus.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 12 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for chilly
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chilly
Adjective
-
Trump’s new data mandate could have a chilling effect.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Aug. 2025
-
As Olson emphasized to Ars, courts are cautious that infringing First Amendment rights for even a brief period of time can irreparably harm speakers, including causing a chilling effect on speech broadly.—
Ashley Belanger,
ArsTechnica,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
Gelato is very similar to ice cream, but only relies on milk instead of heavy cream for a slightly lighter, icier texture than traditional homemade ice cream.—
Erin Hooker,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 June 2025
-
Stock tip: Migrate to icier territories… Aston Villa 6/1 Last five results: WLWWW A two-goal deficit to overcome in the Champions League quarter-final return leg against Paris Saint-Germain next week likely spells the end of Villa’s European aspirations.—
Brett Koremenos,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
-
Coco Cold Brew tops coconut water over ice with cold brew foam.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
-
The former includes espresso, americano, cappucino, latte, chaga mocha, cold brew and drip coffee.—
Endia Fontanez,
AZCentral.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
This little slice of heaven in Northwest Austin is far less crowded, the vibe is gloriously chill, and – plot twist!—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
-
Navigate through the shop aisle to the breezy oceanfront dining room in the back, set on a surprisingly chill stretch of sand.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
12 July 2025
Adjective
-
Both surfaces are covered with exotic ices, and an understanding of their properties at the frigid temperatures on Pluto would be a key component of the mission.—
Nola Taylor Tillman,
Space.com,
12 Aug. 2025
-
The room covered in white snow is kept at a frigid 10 to 14 degrees Fahrenheit, which honestly feels amazing after being in the Florida heat.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
Dujardin's lawsuit contends operators have had this trouble since 2007, as well as problems with long lagging footage, freezing frame, blurriness and shadows obscuring pedestrians.—
Chris Ramirez,
jsonline.com,
13 Aug. 2025
-
Ford recalled over 1 million vehicles of model years 2021-2024 in May due to a freezing rearview camera issue that could lead to crashes.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
Freep.com,
30 July 2025
Adjective
-
The fiscal prospects for both Chicago and its transit authority are bleak.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Aug. 2025
-
Europe’s biggest economy Germany shrank more than expected in the second quarter of the year and faces a bleak outlook.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
Stay cool with clothing: Select lightweight and loose-fitting outfits for enhanced comfort.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
23 Aug. 2025
-
For instance, police found a handgun inside a cooler next to the front door.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
22 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Chilly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chilly. Accessed 31 Aug. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share