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Meaning of the word chill in English

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chill

US /tʃɪl/
UK /tʃɪl/
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Noun

1.

a feeling of coldness

Example:
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There's a chill in the air tonight.
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She felt a sudden chill despite the warm room.
Synonym:
coldnesscoolnessnipcrispnessfreshness
2.

a sudden feeling of fear or anxiety

Example:
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The news sent a chill down her spine.
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A chill of dread ran through him.
Synonym:
shivertremorfrissondreadapprehension

Verb

1.

make (someone) cold

Example:
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The cold wind chilled her to the bone.
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The sudden drop in temperature chilled the room.
Synonym:
coolrefrigeratefreezemake cold
2.

depress or frighten (someone)

Example:
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The horror movie chilled him to the bone.
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The grim atmosphere chilled their spirits.
Synonym:
frightenscareterrifydepressdiscourage

Adjective

1.

relaxed and calm

Example:
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Just relax and be chill.
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He's a very chill person, always calm under pressure.
Synonym:
relaxedcalmeasygoinglaid-backmellow
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