Clammier: meaning, definitions and examples

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clammier

 

[ ˈklæmɪər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

weather condition

Clammier refers to a state of being more clammy, typically used to describe uncomfortable, humid, or damp weather that can feel sticky or cold against the skin. This term is often used when the atmosphere is uncomfortable due to high moisture content.

Synonyms

damp, moist, sticky

Examples of usage

  • The air felt clammier than yesterday.
  • I hate going out when it's clammier outside.
  • During the summer, the weather can get clammier after a rain.

Translations

Translations of the word "clammier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais pegajoso

🇮🇳 अधिक चिपचिपा

🇩🇪 klebriger

🇮🇩 lebih lengket

🇺🇦 більш липкий

🇵🇱 bardziej lepki

🇯🇵 より粘着性のある

🇫🇷 plus collant

🇪🇸 más pegajoso

🇹🇷 daha yapışkan

🇰🇷 더 끈적끈적한

🇸🇦 الأكثر لزوجة

🇨🇿 lepší lepkavější

🇸🇰 viac lepkavý

🇨🇳 更黏

🇸🇮 bolj lepljiv

🇮🇸 meira klípa

🇰🇿 көп жабысқақ

🇬🇪 მეტი წებოვანი

🇦🇿 daha yapışqan

🇲🇽 más pegajoso

Etymology

The word 'clammy' originated in the late Middle Ages, deriving from the Middle English word 'clammi' or 'clamy', which meant 'damp, moist'. This term is believed to be related to 'clam', which signifies wetness or humidity. Over time, 'clammy' evolved to describe a specific kind of uncomfortable dampness often associated with sweat or cold temperatures. The comparative form 'clammier' follows standard English adjective formation rules, adding '-ier' to indicate a greater degree of the quality described. 'Clammy' itself often evokes a sense of discomfort, usually related to atmospheric conditions but can also describe the texture of certain materials or bodily sensations.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,477, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.