winter
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈwɪntər/
KK: /ˈwɪntər/
adjective
Definition
Relating to the coldest season of the year, typically characterized by low temperatures and often snow.
Example
I love wearing my warm winter coat when it snows.
Conversation
Are you excited for the winter holidays coming up?
Absolutely! I love all the decorations and festivities.
Do you have any plans for winter break yet?
Yes, I'm thinking about going skiing with my family.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
cold
chilly
frosty
Antonyms
warm
hot
balmy
intransitive verb
Definition
The coldest season of the year, typically characterized by low temperatures, snow, and shorter days.
Example
Many animals hibernate during the winter to survive the cold.
Tense Forms
Past: wintered
Past Participle: wintered
Conversation
Are you planning to winter somewhere warm this year?
Yeah, I'm thinking about heading to Florida for a few months.
That sounds nice! I usually just winter at home and bundle up.
noun
Definition
The coldest season of the year, which comes after autumn and before spring, usually including the months of December, January, and February.
Example
During winter, many animals hibernate to survive the cold weather.
Conversation
I can't believe how cold it is this winter!
I know, right? It's like the chill just hits you as soon as you step outside.
Do you think we'll get a lot of snow this winter?
transitive verb
Definition
The coldest season of the year, typically occurring between autumn and spring, characterized by low temperatures and often snow.
Example
During winter, many animals hibernate to survive the cold.
Tense Forms
Past: wintered
Past Participle: wintered
Conversation
Are you planning to winter your plants this year?
Yeah, I'm going to move them inside before it gets too cold.
That's a good idea! I usually winter my flowers in the garage.
Root Explanation
Winter → The word 'winter' originates from Old English 'wintre', which is related to the Proto-Germanic '*wintruz', meaning the season of cold weather. It refers specifically to the coldest season of the year, characterized by low temperatures and often snow.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English 'wintre' to remember that winter is the season known for its cold weather.
Visually Confused Words
twinter
winer
inter
unwinter
biwinter
bewinter
writer
witter