Steamy
/ˈstiːmi/adjective
Having a lot of hot moisture in the air.
The forest felt steamy after the rain.
Often appears as...
- steamy bathroom
- steamy jungle
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Weather Related
Use 'steamy' to describe hot, wet air, often in tropical climates or after rain.
The greenhouse was steamy and warm, filled with exotic plants.
Pro Tip 2/3Uncomfortable Humidity
'Steamy' often implies discomfort due to excessive humidity.
I couldn't sleep well in the steamy hotel room without air conditioning.
Pro Tip 3/3Physical Sensation
Describing a place as 'steamy' can make someone think of feeling sticky or sweaty.
As soon as I stepped off the plane, the steamy air made my clothes stick to my skin.
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