Sultriness

usgb/ˈsʌltrinəs/
noun

The quality of being hot and humid.

The sultriness of the summer afternoon made everyone uncomfortable.
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Often appears as...

  • sultriness of the weather
  • summer sultriness
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Weather Related

Use 'sultriness' when describing weather that feels heavy and hot, often in summer.

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The forecast predicts increased sultriness this week.
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Physical Discomfort

Sultriness often implies discomfort due to high humidity and temperature.

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We sought refuge from the day’s sultriness in the cool basement.
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Exotic Locations

Sultriness can reflect the exotic or tropical atmosphere of a place.

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The sultriness of the Caribbean nights was enchanting.
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