chill
UK: tʃɪl | US: tʃɪl
n. a moderate coldness; a feeling of coldness often accompanied by shivering
n. a relaxed or calm state
vt. to make cold or cool; to relax or calm someone/something
adj. (slang) cool, fashionable, or relaxed
The word "chill" traces back to Old English ciele or cele, meaning "cold" or "frost." It evolved from Proto-Germanic kaliz, related to Dutch kil ("cold") and German kühl ("cool"). Over time, "chill" expanded beyond literal coldness to describe emotional detachment (e.g., "a chill reception") and later, in slang, a relaxed attitude (e.g., "chill vibes"). The verb form emerged from the noun, reflecting the act of cooling or calming.
A sudden chill made her pull her coat tighter.
After work, he likes to chill with friends.
The wind chilled us to the bone.
She gave him a chill stare.
The party had a chill atmosphere.