Definition

The condition of feeling cold or having a low temperature, often causing discomfort.

Example

The chilliness of the evening made everyone grab their jackets.

Conversation

I can't believe how much the chilliness has increased since last week.

I know, right? It feels like winter is coming early this year.

Yeah, I should probably get my warmer clothes out soon.

Definitely! Nobody likes dealing with that kind of chilliness.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Chilliness → It is formed from "chill" (from Old English *ciele*, meaning cold) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "chilliness" refers to the state of being cold or the quality of being chilly.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'chill' which means cold, and remember that 'chilliness' describes the state of being cold.

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