stuffier

/ˈstʌfɪər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing that is stuffy; a room that is stuffy.

“The hotel room was stuffier than the one we had last night.”

2. adjective

Characterized by, or causing, stuffiness, especially in the air or atmosphere.

“The air in the basement was stuffier than the rest of the house.”

3. adjective

Stuffy or pretentious in manner or style.

“The professor’s stuffier tone made the lecture even more boring.”

Synonyms

  • musty
  • stuffy

Antonyms

  • airy
  • fresh