
Stuffy
Physical Discomfort
Stuffy often suggests discomfort or an urge to leave a poorly ventilated area.
The conference hall was so stuffy I needed to step outside for air.
Subjective Perception
Stuffy does not strictly measure air quality; it can also reflect a personal feeling of suffocation.
Even with the window open, she found the room stuffy.
Figurative Use
Stuffy can be used metaphorically to suggest a place is dull or uninspiring.
The museum felt stuffy and old, in serious need of an update.