Chiller

7 lettersnounmoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

Something that produces a thrilling sensation of fear or dread, making one shiver with excitement.

“The old horror film was a genuine chiller that kept audiences gripping their seats.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

chil·ler

Related Words

Synonyms

thriller horrorspine-tingler

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

CH start, double L, ER ending, all common letters with no unusual combinations

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Scrabble

Worth 14 points, the ER suffix allows hooking, double L is a minor cost but fair return

Words Related to Chiller

Words one letter different

Change a single letter of “chiller” to make these 7-letter words — useful for Wordle and crossword clues.

chilled

Words you can make from Chiller

Shorter words formed from the letters in “chiller”.

celli cheir chiel chile chill chirl crile elric iller lrecl relic rheic riche rille ceil cell cher chil cill cire cirl elhi eric heil

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