chilly

/ˈtʃɪli//ˈtʃɪli/
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adjective

1. Cold enough to cause discomfort.

2. Feeling uncomfortably cold.

"I’m getting rather chilly over here – could you shut the window please?"

3. Distant and cool; unfriendly.

"She gave me a chilly look when I made the suggestion."

chilly

/ˈtʃɪli//ˈtʃɪli/
🔵 Intermediate

Word Statistics

Difficulty LevelIntermediate

Standard vocabulary

Word FrequencyVery Common

Used frequently in everyday conversation

Syllables2

Moderate complexity

Analysis:

  • Common vocabulary word
  • Simple pronunciation
noun

1. The pungent, spicy fresh or dried fruit of any of several cultivated varieties of capsicum peppers, used in cooking.

Synonyms: chili pepper

2. Powdered chili pepper, used as a spice or flavouring in cooking.

Synonyms: chili powder

3. (Indian Chinese cuisine) a spicy stew of chicken or paneer, capsicum and onion, eaten as an appetizer.

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noun

1. A dish made with chili peppers and other ingredients, such as beans and beef.

Synonyms: chili con carne

2. (Cincinnati) Cincinnati chili.

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