chilly
adjective
mildly cold or producing a sensation of cold; causing shivering; chill.
chillier
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comparativeof chilly.comparative
The form of an adjective or adverb indicating a greater degree of a quality.
Example Sentences
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Ads on “cooler screens,” i.e., digital ads projected on the doors of refrigerated cases in supermarkets, get a much chillier reception, with 41% of respondents viewing them negatively, the report found.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 17, 2026
Although much of Southern California is too warm for the fruit, Leona Valley sits at about 3,500 feet elevation, giving it chillier winter nights.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 19, 2026
With spooky season in full swing, curating fall vibes is essential to truly enjoying our chillier months.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 27, 2025
Lately, though, the dynamic between Jackson and Gorsuch—on the bench and in opinions—has grown chillier, a trend that Stanley confirms.
From Slate ● Jun. 23, 2025
It was chillier here, out of the sun.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
