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Sultry

SUH-ltree

/ˈsʌltriː/

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sultry

Dictionary meaning

Characterized by oppressive heat and humidity.

Examples

  • The summer was sultry and oppressive.

Synonyms: stifling, sulfurous, sulphurous

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