Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

phlegmy

Adjective

/ˈflɛm.i/

Definition

Characterized by an excessive production of mucus, usually in the respiratory tract.

Examples

After catching a cold, he felt phlegmy and had trouble breathing.
The doctor said the phlegmy cough was a sign of bronchitis.
She could hear the phlegmy sound of her husband’s breathing from the other room.

Meaning

The term ‘phlegmy’ is often used to describe a state in which a person has a lot of mucus in their throat or lungs, often resulting in coughing or difficulty breathing.