nippy

• 英式英语中用来形容天气寒冷或刺骨、凛冽的寒意。也可形容人敏捷、活泼或有点急躁。

Used in British English to describe cold weather or a sharp, biting chill.

1. Sharp biting tasteB2informal

   Having a sharp, pungent, or tangy flavor that is often pleasant.

   辛辣刺激的

   • The cheese has a nippy taste that lingers on the tongue.
   • This sauce is quite nippy, with a hint of chili.
   • The pickles are nippy and add a nice kick to the sandwich.

   同义词piquantpungentsharpspicytangytartzesty

   反义词blandmildsweet

2. Pleasantly cold and invigoratingB1informal

   Describing weather or air that is cold in a refreshing and stimulating way.

   寒冷刺骨但清爽

   • The morning air was nippy, perfect for a brisk walk.
   • It's a nippy autumn day, so wear a jacket.
   • The nippy breeze made the hike feel more refreshing.

   同义词bracingbriskcrispfreshinvigoratingsnappy

   反义词balmyhotmildwarm