wintry
1 of 1adjective/ˈwɪntri/
Forms:more wintry,most wintry
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exhibiting characteristics typical of winter, often referring to cold and chilly conditions
- The wintry wind cut through their jackets, making the walk home a chilly experience.
- Despite the clear sky, the wintry air hinted at the impending drop in temperature.
- The mountain range looked majestic but felt wintry, with a biting cold that required extra layers.
- As they stepped outside, the wintry breeze made them grateful for the warmth of their coats.
- The wintry temperatures prompted everyone to gather around the fireplace for warmth.
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unwelcoming and lacking in warmth or friendliness
- Despite being surrounded by colleagues, his wintry demeanor made it difficult for others to approach him.
- The reception she received at the party was wintry, with few guests bothering to engage in conversation.
- The atmosphere in the office became increasingly wintry after the announcement of layoffs.
- Walking into the room, she was met with a wintry silence, indicating the tension among the group.
- Their relationship had grown wintry over the years, with communication becoming scarce and interactions strained.