Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
heavy-air
noun
/ˈhɛvi ɛr/
Definition
A term used to describe air that is dense, often due to high humidity or atmospheric pressure.
Examples
- The heavy-air made it feel like an effort to walk outside.
- During the summer months, the city often experiences heavy-air conditions due to the humidity.
- He struggled to take deep breaths in the heavy-air surrounding the polluted area.
Meaning
Describes the quality of air that feels thick and difficult to breathe, usually caused by moisture or pollutants.
Synonyms
- dense air
- thick air
- stifling air
