Meaning of the word icy in English

What does icy mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

icy

US /ˈaɪ.si/

UK /ˈaɪ.si/

covered with or consisting of ice

Example:

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The roads were icy and dangerous.

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She slipped on an icy patch.

Synonym:

frozen gelid glacial

Antonym:

warm hot thawed

very cold

Example:

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An icy wind blew through the valley.

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She dipped her toes into the icy water.

Synonym:

freezing frigid chilly

Antonym:

warm hot

unfriendly or hostile in manner

Example:

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She gave him an icy stare.

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His response was icy and dismissive.

Synonym:

cold unfriendly hostile aloof distant

Antonym:

friendly warm cordial