steamy

word

Definition

Describes a place filled with steam or hot, moist air, or something that is very romantic or sexually exciting.

Usage & Nuances

'Steamy' is used both for literal humid conditions ('steamy bathroom') and figuratively for movies or scenes with strong romantic or sexual content ('steamy scene'). In informal contexts, it often means sexy.

Example Sentences

The bathroom was steamy after my shower.

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It is very steamy in the greenhouse.

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The weather today is hot and steamy.

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That movie had some really steamy scenes.

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It gets so steamy in the kitchen when everyone is cooking.

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Their conversation turned pretty steamy after a few drinks.

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