Muggier: meaning, definitions and examples
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muggier
[ ˈmʌɡiər ]
weather condition
Muggier refers to weather that is hot and humid, typically making the atmosphere feel oppressive and sticky. This type of weather can lead to discomfort and a feeling of heaviness in the air. Mugginess often occurs in late spring and summer months in many regions. It is often associated with thunderstorms and high temperatures.
Synonyms
humid, oppressive, sticky, sultry
Examples of usage
- The air today is so muggy that I can barely breathe.
- I hate going for a run when it’s muggy outside.
- We decided to stay indoors because it was too muggy to enjoy the park.
Translations
Translations of the word "muggier" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais abafado
🇮🇳 अधिक नमी वाला
🇩🇪 feuchter
🇮🇩 lebih lembab
🇺🇦 більш вологий
🇵🇱 bardziej duszny
🇯🇵 より蒸し暑い
🇫🇷 plus lourd
🇪🇸 más bochornoso
🇹🇷 daha bunaltıcı
🇰🇷 더 무더운
🇸🇦 أكثر رطوبة
🇨🇿 více dusno
🇸🇰 viac dusný
🇨🇳 更潮湿的
🇸🇮 bolj soparen
🇮🇸 meira rakt
🇰🇿 біраз ылғалды
🇬🇪 მეტი ნესტიანი
🇦🇿 daha rütubətli
🇲🇽 más húmedo
Etymology
The word 'muggy' originated in the mid-19th century and is believed to have derived from the noun 'mug', which informally means to make something unpleasant or oppressive. The exact etymology is somewhat obscure, but it appears to be a regional term in English, particularly used in the United States, to describe uncomfortable weather conditions. The usage of 'muggy' has grown over time, especially as humidity levels and weather changes have become more discussed topics with climate variations. It captures the essence of a heavy, moist atmosphere that can cause discomfort and irritation. The term is still widely used today, particularly in meteorological contexts.