Airless
/ˈerləs/adjective
Having no air or wind.
The basement felt stuffy and airless.
Often appears as...
- airless room
- airless space
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Indoor Climates
'Airless' often describes unpleasant indoor conditions where air feels heavy or unmoving.
The crowded room remained airless despite the open window.
Pro Tip 2/3Suffocating Feeling
The term can imply a suffocating, uncomfortable atmosphere, even causing difficulty breathing.
He left the party early as the airless hall made him feel claustrophobic.
Pro Tip 3/3Lack of Airflow
Use 'airless' to stress the absence of airflow, making a place feel stifling.
In the airless attic, the heat was overwhelming.
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