noun Uncommon

chills

chihlz

Chills (noun) means a feeling of coldness in the body, often a symptom of illness or a reaction to fear or excitement. Example: “She had a fever and chills all night.”

noun

A feeling of coldness in the body, often a symptom of illness or a reaction to fear or excitement.

"She had a fever and chills all night."

"The plot twist gave me chills."

How to use chills

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishShivery, goosebump-causing sensations — from being sick, scared, or moved by something.

Common pairings

get the chills fever and chills send chills down your spine

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Rhymes for chills

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Frequently asked questions

What does “chills” mean?

The word “chills” means a feeling of coldness in the body, often a symptom of illness or a reaction to fear or excitement. In plain terms, shivery, goosebump-causing sensations — from being sick, scared, or moved by something.

How do you pronounce “chills”?

“Chills” is pronounced chihlz (/t͡ʃɪlz/ in IPA).

How do you use “chills” in a sentence?

Here is “chills” used in a sentence: “She had a fever and chills all night.”

What part of speech is “chills”?

“Chills” is a noun.

Is “chills” a common word?

“Chills” is an uncommon word in modern English.