Sultry

Pronunciation: /ˈsʌltri/

Definitions of sultry

adjective Sultry is an adjective that describes a hot and humid climate or atmosphere, often associated with sensuality or passion.

Example Sentences

A1 The weather was sultry, making it difficult to stay cool.

A2 She wore a sultry red dress that caught everyone's attention.

B1 The sultry summer evening was perfect for a romantic walk along the beach.

B2 The singer's sultry voice captivated the audience during the performance.

C1 The sultry atmosphere of the nightclub added to the allure of the evening.

C2 Her sultry gaze held a hint of mystery that intrigued those around her.

Examples of sultry in a Sentence

formal The sultry weather made it unbearable to be outside for too long.

informal I love wearing sultry outfits during the summer.

slang She's got a sultry vibe that drives everyone crazy.

figurative The sultry melody of the jazz singer captivated the audience.

Grammatical Forms of sultry

• past tense: sultried
• plural: sultries
• comparative: sultrier
• superlative: most sultry
• present tense: sultry
• future tense: will be sultry
• perfect tense: have sultried
• continuous tense: is sultry
• singular: sultry
• positive degree: sultry
• infinitive: to be sultry
• gerund: sultrying
• participle: sultry

Origin and Evolution of sultry

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'sultry' is believed to have originated from the Middle English word 'southerly' which meant hot and oppressive.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'sultry' has retained its original meaning of hot and oppressive, but it has also come to be associated with a sense of sensuality and attractiveness, particularly when describing a person's appearance or demeanor.