Definition

Having a lower temperature than usual, often making someone feel comfortable or relaxed.

Example

After a long day at work, I enjoyed a chilled drink on the patio.

Conversation

I really enjoyed that picnic yesterday.

Me too! The weather was perfect and the drinks were chilled.

Yeah, I loved how everything stayed cool.

Definitely! We should plan another one soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To make something cold or to become cold, often by placing it in a cold environment.

Example

I chilled the drinks in the refrigerator before the party.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I chilled with some friends at the park yesterday.

That sounds fun! What did you guys do?

We just relaxed and enjoyed the nice weather after it chilled down a bit.

Root Explanation

Chilled → It is formed from "chill" (from Old English *ciele*, meaning coldness or coolness) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past participle). The word "chilled" means to have become cold or to have experienced a drop in temperature.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word for coldness, 'ciele', to remember that 'chilled' means to have become cold.

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