Hilly

usgb/ˈhɪli/
adjective

A place with a lot of hills.

She lives in a hilly area, so she has strong leg muscles from all the walking.
Visual representation of "hilly" - A place with a lot of hills.

Often appears as...

  • hilly area
  • hilly landscape
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Not Always Large

Hilly doesn't necessarily mean the hills are big; it focuses more on the quantity.

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Even with many small hills, the park is considered a hilly landscape.
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Conveys Difficulty

Hilly suggests challenge in activities like cycling or walking due to constant changes in elevation.

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I prefer cycling on flat roads because hilly routes can be exhausting.
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Descriptive Imagery

Using 'hilly' helps readers imagine a landscape's appearance and feel its ups and downs.

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Her painting perfectly captured the hilly countryside's beauty.
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