Iciness
/ˈaɪsinəs/noun
The quality or state of being very cold.
The iciness of winter made him shiver.
Often appears as...
- iciness of winter
- iciness in his voice
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Literal Coldness
Use 'iciness' to describe something very cold to the touch or the sensation of extreme cold.
The iciness of the metal railing burned his hands.
Pro Tip 2/3Environmental Setting
'Iciness' can set a scene in stories, creating an atmosphere of extreme cold or winter.
She felt the iciness creeping through the cracks of the old cabin.
Pro Tip 3/3Personal Reaction
Describe a person's physical response to cold environments or objects using 'iciness'.
A sudden iciness washed over him as he stepped outside.
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