chill

/tʃɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

a period of cold weather, especially one with frost.

“The forecast warned of a week-long chill, making it difficult to work outdoors.”

2. verb

to cool or make something cool.

“I chilled the drink in the fridge before serving it.”

3. verb

to become calm and relaxed, especially after being excited or anxious.

“After the stressful exam, she chilled out by listening to music.”

4. verb

to make something seem uninteresting or unimportant.

“The movie was chill, but it didn’t hold my attention.”

5. adverb

in a calm or relaxed manner.

“She chilled through the entire movie, never getting up to grab snacks.”

Synonyms

  • cool
  • cool down

Antonyms

  • heat
  • warm