What does HILLY mean?

Definition of "hilly"

Parts of Speech: adjective

Definition: having a lot of hills or slopes

Pronunciation (US): /ˈhɪli/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈhɪli/

Origin and Usage: The word "hilly" comes from the Middle English word "hulle" which means "hill". The word is commonly used to describe an area with many hills or slopes.

Synonyms: undulating, rolling, sloping, uneven, bumpy, jagged

Related Words: hill, silly, chile, chilly, filly

Example Sentences:

  1. The hilly terrain made it difficult to build a road.
  2. She loved to go hiking in the hilly countryside.
  3. The hilly landscape was breathtakingly beautiful.
  4. The runners found it challenging to run on the hilly track.
  5. The hilly region was known for its vineyards and wineries.


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