chilly
adjective
mildly cold or producing a sensation of cold; causing shivering; chill.
chilliness
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a word derived from
chilly.
Example Sentences
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Pope’s elegance of phrase already has a sense of chilliness; Mr. Clark’s forceful enunciation is true to the text but adds no warmth.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026
But ever since, Jane had sensed a certain chilliness creep into their relationship.
From Slate ● Mar. 23, 2025
But while the message is pat, the way it’s presented is poignant, thanks to an arresting lead performance from Gong, who manages a tricky balance of chilliness and charm.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 9, 2023
It says something about San Francisco that even Canadians remark on the chilliness.
From New York Times ● Aug. 27, 2022
It was a welcome change from the chilliness of the attic, although Ophie was beginning to wonder if it was the weather or the many ghosts of Daffodil Manor that made the rooms so cold.
From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland
