凛冽

凌冽 means 'biting' or 'severely cold,' typically describing the sharp, penetrating cold of wind. It emphasizes a harsh, uncomfortable chill rather than just low temperature.

The character 凛 (lǐn) originally meant 'severe' or 'strict,' and 冽 (liè) meant 'cold' or 'chill.' Together, they create a compound that conveys an intense, biting cold, often used to describe wind or weather conditions.

This word is commonly used in literary or descriptive contexts, especially in winter scenes or nature descriptions. It can also be found in poetry or travel writing to emphasize the severity of a cold environment. It is not typically used in casual conversation but appears in more formal or artistic expressions.