chilly

adjective
UK: /ˈtʃɪli/
US: /ˈtʃɪli/

  1. Slightly cold.

    1. It's chilly today, I need a jacket.
    2. The wind made it feel extra chilly despite the sunshine.

  2. Not friendly or welcoming.

    1. Her response was chilly and short.
    2. The atmosphere at the meeting became chilly after the disagreement.

Synonyms

cold cool unfriendly frosty
chilly noun

  1. A small, hot pepper, or a dish made with chili peppers.

    1. I added some chili to the soup.
    2. We had chili for dinner on a cold night.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "chilly" in English means: Slightly cold., Not friendly or welcoming..

The phonetic transcription of "chilly" is /ˈtʃɪli/ in British English and /ˈtʃɪli/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "chilly": cold, cool, unfriendly, frosty.

Example usage of "chilly": "It's chilly today, I need a jacket.". More examples on the page.