Definition

The most uncomfortable or lacking in fresh air, often used to describe a place that feels hot and stuffy.

Example

The stuffiest room in the house was the one without any windows.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Is it just me, or is this room the stuffiest place I've ever been in?

You're right! I can hardly breathe in here.

We should open a window or something to let some fresh air in.

Definitely! It's like we're trapped in a sauna.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stuffiest → It is formed from "stuff" (from Middle English *stuf*, meaning material or substance) and the suffix "-iest" (meaning most). The word "stuffiest" describes a condition that has the most stuffiness, often referring to an environment that is overly warm and lacking fresh air.

Memory Tip

Think of 'stuff' as referring to material or substance, and remember that 'stuffiest' means the most filled with stuffiness, like a room that feels too warm and closed.

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