frosty
word
Definition
Extremely cold, often covered with frost; can also describe a person or attitude that is unfriendly or distant.
Usage & Nuances
Often describes weather, surfaces, or drinks ('frosty morning,' 'frosty glass'), but also used for people's attitudes ('frosty reception') meaning cold or unfriendly. More common in written/spoken English than slang. Not used for objects that are just cool, but for a strong sense of coldness or emotional distance.
Example Sentences
It was a frosty morning, and the ground was white with ice.
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She gave me a frosty look when I arrived late.
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The frosty wind made everyone shiver.
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His reply was so frosty that I didn't dare ask another question.
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We drank lemonade from frosty glasses on the porch.
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There's always a frosty silence whenever those two are in the same room.
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