adj
chilly
CHIH-lee
adj
1
Cold enough to be uncomfortable.
"It gets chilly here once the sun sets."
"Bring a jacket, it's a bit chilly tonight."
2
Unfriendly or distant in manner.
"Her reply had a chilly tone that put him on edge."
How to Use Chilly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMildly cold — either the weather, or someone's attitude.
Common mistake
Don't mix up "chilly" (cold) with "chili" (the pepper or stew) — they sound alike but mean completely different things.
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Word Forms
chillier comparative, chilliest superlative
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Etymology
Formed from "chill" plus the adjective suffix -y.