Definition

Having a lot of steam or moisture; often used to describe hot and humid conditions or something that is exciting or erotic.

Example

The bathroom was steamy after the hot shower.

Conversation

Did you see that new steamy romance movie last night?

Yeah, I watched it with some friends, and it was quite intense!

I heard it had some really steamy scenes that everyone is talking about.

Definitely! It made the whole plot even more engaging.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Steamy → It is formed from "steam" (from Old English *steam*, meaning vapor or mist) and the suffix "-y" (meaning characterized by). The word "steamy" describes something that is characterized by steam or vapor, often implying warmth or humidity.

Memory Tip

Think of 'steam' as vapor or mist, and remember that 'steamy' means something that is full of steam or characterized by warmth.

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