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Chilliness

usgb/ˈtʃɪlinəs/Volume
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Weather DependentPlay
Use 'chilliness' to describe subtle coolness in weather, not intense cold. SlideEven in spring, there can be a chilliness after sunset.
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Environmental NuancePlay
'Chilliness' implies a mild, often unexpected drop in temperature in certain surroundings. SlideEntering the cave, we felt a slight chilliness unlike the warm outside.
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Sensory PerceptionPlay
Chilliness is often used to describe a sensation that is more felt than measured. SlideDespite the sunshine, a chilliness made everyone reach for their jackets.