MUGGINESS Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

mugginess

noun

Definition of mugginess

as in humidity

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Recent Examples of mugginess The California coast is, however, being affected by a marine heat wave that isn’t currently related to El Niño, especially in Southern California, which experts say is a factor in the mugginess being felt along some coastal areas. — Los Angeles Times, 13 Aug. 2026 Temperatures are expected to return to normal levels, with the hottest places expected to peak in the mid-80s with some mugginess attached. — Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2025 Tropical soup What’s happening both in and over nearby oceans is to blame for this summer’s excessive mugginess. — Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2025 In much of the East, the mugginess kept rising to near tropical levels for a few humid hours. — Preston Fore, Fortune, 10 Aug. 2025

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Noun

This past week, Los Angeles theme parks had more humidity than their Orlando counterparts, something CBSLA chief meteorologist Paul Deanno says he’s never encountered during his career.

— Bethy Squires, Vulture, 31 Aug. 2026
Tropical storm may bring more humidity Kittell said the tropical storm could bring more humidity, larger surf and potential coastal flooding issues over the Labor Day weekend.

— Paris Barraza, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of humidity

Noun

Using the fan independently helps circulate air, reduce stuffiness, and balance temperatures without changing the thermostat.

— Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 24 Aug. 2026
Essential oil blends like Natural Riches Breathe Synergy Blend can provide relief from congested sinuses and stuffiness.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of stuffiness

Noun

After cleaning, go over the surface with a dry pad to remove any remaining dampness for a streak-free finish.

— Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart, 8 Aug. 2026
Dry surfaces, working ventilation, low humidity and the lack of competing odors from food, trash, dampness or pets all matter more than any candle.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 June 2026

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