frosty
11 synonyms and 1 antonym for frosty, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Cold and icy, often with a thin layer of frost.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use frosty
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a frosty morning
a frosty reception
frosty weather
Etymology
From Old English forstiġ, "covered in frost" — built from frost plus the adjective ending -y.
Full origin of frosty →Frequently asked questions
What does “frosty” mean?
The word “frosty” means cold and icy, often with a thin layer of frost. In plain terms, cold and icy, or (about a person) cold and unwelcoming.
How do you pronounce “frosty”?
“Frosty” is pronounced FROS-tee (/ˈfɹɔsti/ in IPA).
How do you use “frosty” in a sentence?
Here is “frosty” used in a sentence: “It was a frosty morning, and the car windows were completely white.”
What part of speech is “frosty”?
“Frosty” is an adjective.
Where does the word “frosty” come from?
The word “frosty” comes from Old English. From Old English forstiġ, "covered in frost" — built from frost plus the adjective ending -y.
Is “frosty” a common word?
“Frosty” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “frosty” have?
“Frosty” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: cold and icy, often with a thin layer of frost.
