arctic

UK
/ˈɑːk.tɪk/
US
/ˈɑrktɪk/

Translations

arcticadjective
UK
/ˈɑːk.tɪk/
US
/ˈɑrktɪk/
Generally not comparable; comparative and superlative forms are rare and often considered incorrect.
arctiqueRelatif à l’Arctique; par extension, très froid.
The arctic winds made it difficult to stay outside for long.
Les vents arctiques rendaient difficile de rester dehors longtemps.
Additional translations
glacialS’emploie pour insister sur un froid intense.

Definitions

arcticadjective
Extremely cold; frigid.
The arctic winds made it difficult to stay outside for long.
Relating to the regions around the North Pole.
The arctic landscape is home to polar bears and seals.