PALSY-WALSY Synonyms: 83 Similar and Opposite Words

palsy-walsy

adjective

ˌpal-zē-ˈwal-zē

Definition of palsy-walsy

slang

as in warm

having or showing kindly feeling and sincere interest she's gotten very palsy-walsy with the boss all of a sudden

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This luxe accent chair invites fall into your home with its rich velvet upholstery and warm cinnamon shade.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Sep. 2026
The temperature on Monday reached 81 degrees Fahrenheit in the evening with an average humidity level of 72 percent — warm but not unbearable.

— Aaron Short, Curbed, 3 Sep. 2026

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