ni
ppy
Comparative
nippier
Superlative
nippiest
1
(of weather) having a sharp, cold quality
- The morning air was nippy, signaling the arrival of fall.
- Despite the sunshine, a nippy breeze made the outdoor picnic refreshing.
- Residents donned jackets to combat the nippy evening temperatures.
- Walking in the nippy weather invigorated the hikers as they explored the mountain trail.
- Cyclists enjoyed the nippy conditions during their early morning ride.
2
having a sharp, tangy flavor
- The cheese had a nippy taste that lingered on the tongue.
- The salad dressing was a bit too nippy for my liking.
- He added a nippy mustard to the sandwich for extra flavor.
- The nippy flavor of the sauce complemented the grilled meat perfectly.
- I enjoy a nippy apple cider with a hint of cinnamon.
3
having the ability to move fast
- The nippy fox dashed through the forest to avoid capture.
- She was a nippy runner, finishing the race ahead of everyone.
- His nippy movements helped him evade the tag during the game.
- The nippy rabbit quickly hopped away from the predator.
- The nippy skateboarder zoomed down the hill with ease.
4
(of an animal) having a tendency to bite
- The nippy dog barked and nipped at my heels as I passed by.
- Watch out for the nippy rabbit; it can bite when it feels threatened.
- The nippy kitten gave me a little bite when I tried to pet it too quickly.
- The nippy cat bit at my fingers when I tried to pet it.
- She had to be careful with the nippy hamster, as it would bite if provoked.
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