chilly

Needing a sweater

Chilly means moderately cold—not freezing, but cool enough to cause discomfort: It's getting chilly out here.

The word often prompts reaching for a sweater or jacket.

Figuratively, chilly describes an unfriendly atmosphere or reception: She gave him a chilly look.

The meeting got off to a chilly start.

unfriendly

cold

Low temperature state

  • coolCalm or fashionable
  • distantFar away or aloof
  • aloofEmotionally withdrawn, uninviting

frosty · icy · reserved · unwelcoming · standoffish · unapproachable · hostile · indifferent · detached · remote

temperature

cold

Low temperature state

brisk · frigid · freezing · frosty · icy · wintry · coolness · coldness · thermometer · goosebumps

weather

overcast

Sky fully veiled

  • drizzleVery light precipitation
  • breezeLight, gentle air movement
  • autumnPost-summer cooling period

cloudy · damp · gray · misty · blustery · wind · gust · forecast · morning · evening

shiver

tremble

Shake from fear

  • shudderConvulsive trembling from fear
  • quiverTrembling or arrow case
  • shakeTrembling or blended treat

goosebumps · shaky · huddle · brrr · shivery · quaver · flutter · tingle · prickle · twitch

clothing

sweater

Knitted torso covering

  • jacketSleeved upper-body covering
  • scarfNeck-warming fabric strip
  • mittensThumbed hand coverings

coat · cardigan · fleece · windbreaker · hoodie · blanket · flannel · layers · wool · knit

Categories
Opposites
temperature

chillywarm

Moderately heated, or friendly

hot · toasty · balmy · heated · tropical

interpersonal warmth

chillywarm

Moderately heated, or friendly

friendly · welcoming · cordial · genial · warmhearted

emotional receptivity

chillyenthusiastic

Showing intense eager enjoyment

responsive · receptive · eager · passionate · excited

Phrases
Family

chill, chilled, chills, chilling, chilliness, chilli, chillier, chilliest, chillies

Familiarity
Top 3,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Everyday, not technical · Rated G