Pronunciations
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/ˈstʌfɪli/
Adverb
In a poorly ventilated and close manner.
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Perhaps, indeed, it was one of their best qualities that they spent the greater part of their time stuffily indoors.
In a boring and pompous manner.
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a stuffily tedious lecture on art
In an angry and obstinate manner.
Usage- US usage
Adverb
in a stuffy manner
- Synonyms
- Examples
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‘Come in please,’ he said stuffily