winterly

adjective

Definition of winterlynext
as in wintry

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  1. wintry
  2. snowy
  3. icy
  4. cold
  5. freezing
  6. arctic
  7. chilly
  8. frosty
Adjective
  • From the iconic mountain municipalities of Colorado to the wintriest escapes in the Northeast, here's where to plan a stateside ski vacation.
    Kayleigh Kulp, Travel + Leisure, 30 Oct. 2023
  • Conveniently sheltering their attractions from the elements, the best indoor water parks in the U.S. can become toasty escapes on the wintriest or rainiest days.
    Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 5 June 2023
Definition of wintry
Adjective
  • Likewise, the dusty, dun colors of Gaza contrast with the snowy winter and blooming spring of D.C. seen from Zuaiter’s window.
    Alissa Simon, Variety, 7 Dec. 2024
  • The jacket has a shorter length, but the full-zip front enclosure and cozy lining make this heavy-weight jacket warm enough for winter weather, including snowy days as seen in the Walmart ad.
    Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of snowy
Adjective
  • Her makeup, too, was equally icy, with a metallic silvery-white shadow brushed under her brow as a highlight and dramatic black eyeliner winged all the way out to the outer corner of her brows, plus a pair of light blue-gray contacts enhanced by majorly fluttery, lush lashes.
    Kara Nesvig, Allure, 9 Dec. 2024
  • White cautioned those traveling north of Indianapolis this weekend, however, should be mindful of potentially snowier, icier road conditions.
    Christopher Cann, The Indianapolis Star, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of icy
Adjective
  • In the nation's coldest big city, Minneapolis, the weather service said highs in the single digits to teens and lows below zero look likely for Friday and Saturday.
    Doyle Rice, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
  • This cold air will quickly expand south and east Friday and encompass the entire eastern half of the country by Saturday.
    Mary Gilbert, CNN, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of cold
Adjective
  • The polar fish is the only species of shark that can withstand the freezing temperatures year-round.
    Ashley Strickland, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024
  • Just 100 km off the African coast, Fuerteventura is truly one of the best winter sun destinations in Europe, perfect for those seeking a tranquil getaway far from the crowds and the freezing temperatures of Northern Europe.
    Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of freezing
Adjective
  • Paul Castle, a blind author and illustrator who triples as a social media content creator, first shared online that his inclusive children's book revolving around the arctic animals was banned by a bookstore during Pride Month in June.
    Skyler Caruso, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The warm front is a sharp contrast to the close of last week when an arctic surge swept across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic with snow squalls, whiteouts and intense bursts of wind that left 20 million Americans under winter weather warnings or advisories.
    Susan Miller, USA TODAY, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of arctic
Adjective
  • On a recent chilly afternoon, about a half dozen men were clearing snow from a commercial office building in town.
    Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
  • But be sure to bundle up and watch your step before heading out, as Michigan winter promises chilly, slippery conditions.
    Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of chilly
Adjective
  • The watch is in place until Wednesday evening, with freezing and frosty conditions forecast.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The relationship remained frosty for months even after DeSantis ended his presidential bid in January.
    Brett Samuels, The Hill, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of frosty
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