Horripilation

Pronunciation: /ˈhɔɹˈaɪˈpiɫɑtˈaɪˌɑn/

Horripilation (noun)

  1. A physical reaction where the skin hairs stand up, often because of fear, cold, or strong emotion.

Examples

  • The cold wind caused horripilation on my arms.
  • A sudden chill brought horripilation to her skin.