chilly

Meanings

• adjective

  Feeling or causing a sensation of coolness or coldness

  - "The weather was chilly and required us to wear warm coats."
  - "After finishing the ice cream, I felt a little chilly."

• Describing a temperature below the comfort range of humans

  - "The temperature dropped to a chilly 10 degrees Fahrenheit."
  - "I don't enjoy the chilly weather, I prefer warmer climates."

---

Pronunciation

1. 
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=75729379"
2. /ˈtʃɪli/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=806820"
3. 
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=75729379"
4. /ˈtʃɪli/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=806820"

---

Synonyms

chili pepper , chili powder , chili con carne

---

Rhymes

Words rhyming with chilly
jelly , elly , melly

---

Variants

List of all variants of chilly that leads to same result
chillier , chilliest , chillily , chilliness , chillinesses , chilly

---

Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old English 'cēalig' meaning 'cold, raw, sharp, keen, keenly scented'

---

Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The record low temperature in the United States was recorded in Fairbanks, Alaska, where it reached a chilly -80 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. Chilly is a homophone of the name 'Chili', which is a spicy dish originating from Mexico.

---

Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. cold: Chilly is a form of coldness, but it often implies a more immediate or intense sensation of cold.

2. winter: Chilly is often used to describe the weather during winter months.

---

Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Chilly is often associated with winter and cold weather. In literature, 'chilly' has been used to describe characters, settings, and moods. For example, in 'The Snows of Kilimanjaro' by Ernest Hemingway, the protagonist describes himself as 'feeling quite chilly' while lying in the African savannah, highlighting the contrast between his expectations and the reality.

How to Memorize "chilly"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a cold winter day with snow on the ground and a chill in the air. Visualize yourself bundled up in a warm coat and scarf to stay warm.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'chilly' with feelings of coldness and winter. Remember that it describes a temperature below the comfort range of humans.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each definition: 'Cold and Cool, Chilly Rules'.

---

Memorize "chilly" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize chilly is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

1. Highlighting:

   Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.
2. Periodic Reminders:

   Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.