cryophile

/krɪˈɒɪfɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who enjoys or thrives in cold weather

“She’s a cryophile and loves to go skiing every weekend.”

2. noun

a person who has a high tolerance for cold temperatures

“The cryophile scientist was the first to reach the South Pole.”

Synonyms

  • cryophyte
  • hypothermophile

Antonyms

  • heat-lover
  • thermophile