hillier; hilliest
Synonyms of hillynext
: abounding in hills

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Accessibility Siari Riviera Nayarit, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, is set on a notably hilly landscape, with some guest rooms perched high, which can make getting around on foot challenging for guests with limited mobility. Alisha Prakash, Travel + Leisure, 25 Apr. 2026 Wheelchair rentals are available at the main entrance, and most paths are accessible for wheelchairs and strollers, though some hilly sections may require extra effort. Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026 Threaded throughout is an even cooler environment to send them back into, whether snowshoeing the gently hilly grounds or admiring the Front Range from a boulder while noting plant and insect species. John Wenzel, Denver Post, 17 Apr. 2026 The fire ignited near Barham Drive and La Moree Road, in a hilly area along the eastern edge of the campus. Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hilly

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hilly was in the 14th century

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“Hilly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hilly. Accessed 2 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

hilly

adjective
hillier; hilliest
: having many hills
a hilly city

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