Definition

In a way that makes it difficult to breathe or causes discomfort due to heat or lack of air.

Example

The room was stiflingly hot, making it hard to concentrate.

Conversation

It's so hot in here, I feel like I'm suffocating.

I know what you mean; it’s stiflingly warm today.

I can hardly concentrate with this heat.

Let’s step outside for a bit; it might be cooler there.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stiflingly → It is formed from "stifle" (from Old English *stifian*, meaning to suffocate or choke) and the adverbial suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "stiflingly" describes something that suffocates or chokes in a manner, often referring to oppressive heat or atmosphere.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'stifle' which means to suffocate, and remember that 'stiflingly' describes something that makes you feel suffocated or choked, like oppressive heat.

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