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chilling

/ˈtʃɪl.ɪŋ/
chil · ling
Adverb:chillingly
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Plural:chillings
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• adjective

1

Arousing a feeling of fear, horror, or deeply unsettling dread.

Example

"The investigative journalist uncovered a chilling account of the disaster."

2

Tending to discourage, deter, or inhibit the free exercise of an activity or legal right.

Example

"Critics argued that the strict new regulations would have a chilling effect on public debate."

3

Causing a sensation of physical coldness; penetratingly cold.

Example

"A chilling autumn wind swept across the open moor."

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• noun

1

The action or process of making something cold or cooling it to a low temperature without freezing.

Example

"Rapid chilling of the harvested produce helps preserve its freshness during transport."

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• Rhymes for chilling

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Chilling. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/chilling
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