Stuffy
Pronunciation: /ˈstʌfiː/
Stuffy (adjective)
- having little or no fresh air, making it uncomfortable to breathe.
- being too traditional or not open to new ideas.
- having a nose that is blocked, making it hard to breathe.
Examples
- The room felt stuffy after being closed all day.
- Open a window if the office becomes stuffy.
Common collocations: stuffy room, stuffy atmosphere, stuffy attitude, stuffy rules, stuffy nose