chill

Definition

  • noun: a cold feeling
  • noun: a sensation of cold accompanied by shivering
  • verb: to make (someone or something) cold or cool
  • verb: to become cold
  • adjective: unpleasantly cold
  • adjective: moderately cold
  • often used as '(be) chilled'
  • synonyms: chilly, discouragement, raw

Examples

  • I'll turn on the heat for a bit, just to 'take the chill off'. [=raise the temperature slightly to a comfortable level]

  • There has been a 'chill' in diplomatic relations. [=diplomatic relations have grown colder]

  • He thinks his parents are way too uptight and says they should just 'chill'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) or something? Why didn't you call me the second you got arrested? What did you say to Schrader? Nothing. Jesus. Just chill out. Chill out? No-- no, I don't chill out right now, 'cause things have gone nuclear. I imagine Schrader shared with you his recent discovery. Okay, well, then you get my complete lack of chill. Just use the money that I gave you. No, Saul. Saul. I-- Sto-- Saul. Stop talking. (..)
    2013 TvShow: Breaking Bad Title: Confessions Season: 5 Episode 11