Chilliness

usgb/ˈtʃɪlinəs/
noun

A little coldness in weather or the environment.

There was a certain chilliness in the air that indicated the arrival of winter.
Visual representation of "chilliness" - A little coldness in weather or the environment.

Often appears as...

  • slight chilliness
  • sudden chilliness
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Weather Dependent

Use 'chilliness' to describe subtle coolness in weather, not intense cold.

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Even in spring, there can be a chilliness after sunset.
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Environmental Nuance

'Chilliness' implies a mild, often unexpected drop in temperature in certain surroundings.

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Entering the cave, we felt a slight chilliness unlike the warm outside.
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Sensory Perception

Chilliness is often used to describe a sensation that is more felt than measured.

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Despite the sunshine, a chilliness made everyone reach for their jackets.
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