Definition of sultry

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  • sultry is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • sultry is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
  • sultry is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 10

Definition of sultry

  • characterized by oppressive heat and humidity (adjective)

    Examples

    1. the summer was sultry and oppressive

    Synonyms

    1. stifling
    2. sulfurous
    3. sulphurous
  • sexually exciting or gratifying (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a sultry look
    2. a sultry dance

    Synonyms

    1. sensual

See definition of sultry in Merriam Webster