Stuffy Definition & Meaning
stuffy
- adjective
- lacking fresh air; "a dusty airless attic"; "the dreadfully close atmosphere"; "hot and stuffy and the air was blue with smoke"
- excessively conventional and unimaginative and hence dull; "why is the middle class so stodgy, so utterly without a sense of humor?"; "a stodgy dinner party"
- affected with a sensation of stoppage or obstruction; "a stuffy feeling in my chest"
"Stuffy" in song lyrics
See how stuffy is used in real songs:
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"I'm in the cell now, it's hell now, all stuffy"
Black Rob f/ Harve 'Joe Hooker' Pierre — You Don't Know Me -
"But you can front like you still stuffy"
Skyzoo and 9th Wonder — Bare Witness -
"simply stuffy"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with stuffy
Usage tips for "stuffy"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "stuffy" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for stuffy to find words that pair well.