FLUFFY Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

fluffy

adjective

ˈflə-fē

Definition of fluffy

as in light

resembling air in lightness big fluffy pillows

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Recent Examples of fluffy The cabbage wedge sits over a fluffy whip of tahini and labneh, all served beneath a crush of peanuts. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026 The fluffy Pomsky, a Pomeranian-Husky mix, was the breakout star, with a 13% jump in ownership since 2025. — Liz Gray, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026 Add a little luxury to your bathroom with this plush microfiber bath rug that feels like a soft, fluffy marshmallow. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 26 Aug. 2026 But, Light said, all that fluffy hair requires regular brushing, which moves them into the high maintenance category. — Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 25 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fluffy

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light

Adjective

Thickness, though, is not always an option—optical films have to stay clear, protective layers on aircraft have to stay light and flexible, and the barriers on outdoor electronics are thin by design.

— Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 31 Aug. 2026
With a light, silky texture, the brand’s body balm combines the hydrating properties of a body lotion with the anti-aging effects of a potent serum.

— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026

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