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Frigid

🇬🇧 UK //ˈfrɪdʒ.ɪd// 🇺🇸 US //ˈfrɪdʒ.ɪd//

Meaning of Frigid

Extremely cold in temperature.

In simple words: Very cold or chilly.

Frigid in a sentence

• The frigid temperatures made it hard to go outside.
• She shivered in the frigid air of the winter morning.
• The frigid water of the lake was uninviting for swimming.
• His frigid response to the news surprised everyone.
• They were unprepared for the frigid conditions of the expedition.

How to use Frigid

Used to describe extreme coldness, both physically and metaphorically. Avoid using it in casual conversations about slightly cool weather.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'frigid' as 'frigging cold' to remember it means very cold.

Related words

Collocations with Frigid

• frigid air
• frigid climate
• frigid temperature

Synonyms for Frigid

• cold
• chilly
• icy
• glacial
• arctic

Opposites of Frigid

• hot
• warm
• tropical

Common mistakes with Frigid

• Using 'frigid' for mild temperatures.
• Confusing 'frigid' with 'frozen'.
• Mispronouncing the word.

Frequently asked questions about Frigid

What does Frigid mean?

Very cold or chilly.

What is the definition of Frigid?

Extremely cold in temperature.

How do you use Frigid in a sentence?

The frigid temperatures made it hard to go outside.

Can you give another example of Frigid?

She shivered in the frigid air of the winter morning.

What are synonyms for Frigid?

Common alternatives include cold, chilly, icy, glacial, arctic.

What is the opposite of Frigid?

Opposite meanings include hot, warm, tropical.

What words go with Frigid?

It commonly pairs with frigid air, frigid climate, frigid temperature.

What are common mistakes when using Frigid?

Using 'frigid' for mild temperatures. Confusing 'frigid' with 'frozen'. Mispronouncing the word.

How do you pronounce Frigid?

US: //ˈfrɪdʒ.ɪd//, UK: //ˈfrɪdʒ.ɪd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Frigid?

Used to describe extreme coldness, both physically and metaphorically. Avoid using it in casual conversations about slightly cool weather.

What CEFR level is Frigid?

"Frigid" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.