Mugginess: meaning, definitions and examples

This word is often used to describe a hot and sweaty feeling in the air, usually making people feel uncomfortable. It implies a combination of heat and excessive moisture.

• The mugginess of the summer evenings made it hard to sleep.
• The mugginess in the crowded room was unbearable.

This word is typically used in a more neutral way to describe weather conditions where there is a high level of moisture in the air. It can relate to climates or specific days.

• The weather forecast predicts a humid day ahead.
• Tropical regions are often humid throughout the year.

This word is used to describe something that is slightly wet or moist, often in a way that is uncomfortable or undesirable. It can refer to weather, rooms, or objects.

• The basement was damp and smelled musty.
• After the rain, the ground was still damp.

This word often describes a situation where both heat and moisture are high, making surfaces and skin feel tacky. It can also describe surfaces that are glue-like.

• The humidity made my skin feel sticky and uncomfortable.
• The sticky note wouldn't peel off the surface cleanly.