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Sultry: meaning, definitions and examples

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sultry

 

[ หˆsสŒltri ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

weather, atmosphere

The term 'sultry' is often used to describe weather that is very hot and humid, creating a sticky and uncomfortable atmosphere. It is commonly associated with summer months or tropical regions where the heat can be oppressive. The sultriness of the environment can affect people's mood and willingness to engage in outdoor activities. Additionally, it can evoke a sense of sensuality or passion, especially in literature or music, where it might refer to a sultry gaze or demeanor.

Synonyms

humid, oppressive, steamy, sticky, sweltering

Examples of usage

  • The sultry summer evenings were perfect for outdoor parties.
  • She walked into the room with a sultry smile that captivated everyone.
  • The sultry atmosphere made it hard to focus on anything but the heat.

Translations

Translations of the word "sultry" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น caloroso

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เคฐเฅเคฎเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช schwรผl

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pengap

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดัƒัˆะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ parny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่’ธใ—ๆš‘ใ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉtouffant

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sudoroso

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bunaltฤฑcฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฌด๋”์šด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุงุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dusnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sparnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้—ท็ƒญ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ topen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ heitt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‹ัั‚ั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒชแƒฎแƒ”แƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ istilik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ caliente

Word origin

The word 'sultry' has its roots in Middle English, with the earliest forms derived from the Old English word 'soltrig', which meant 'sultry, hot, or oppressive.' This term evolved through the influence of Old Norse and other Germanic languages, where similar variations referred to heat and oppressive conditions. The transition into its current form in the early 15th century solidified its usage in the English language. Initially, 'sultry' specifically denoted weather conditions, but over time it has also adopted a connotation of sensuality and allure, particularly when describing a person's demeanor or actions. This duality in meaning has enriched the word's usage in both everyday conversation and artistic expression.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,384, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.