fluffy

adjective

ˈflə-fē How to pronounce fluffy (audio)
fluffier; fluffiest
Synonyms of fluffy
1
a
: covered with or resembling fluff
b
: being light and soft or airy : puffed up
a fluffy omelet
2
: lacking in meaning or substance : superficial sense 2c
fluffily
ˈflə-fə-lē How to pronounce fluffy (audio)
adverb
fluffiness
ˈflə-fē-nəs How to pronounce fluffy (audio)
noun

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the fluffy fur of a kitten Beat the egg whites until they are fluffy. furniture with big fluffy cushions
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The ultra-crunchy exterior gives way to a luxurious, fluffy center and a deep corn flavor. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026 Use minimal product so that the hair looks voluminous and naturally fluffy. — Lorena Meouchi, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2026 On potatoes, that coating is what delivers the crisp exterior and fluffy center that defines a diner-style fry. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 12 Oct. 2026 As a woman waded through the waters around the Bridge Side Marina in Bridge Isle, Louisiana, the tiny canine with a fluffy white coat wiggled his forelegs as if swimming, video of the cute moment shows. — Erika Angulo, NBC news, 11 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fluffy

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1825, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of fluffy was circa 1825

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fluffy

adjective
ˈfləf-ē How to pronounce fluffy (audio)
fluffier; fluffiest
1
: having, covered with, or resembling fluff or down
the fluffy fur of a kitten
2
: being light and soft or airy : puffed up
a fluffy omelet
fluffiness noun
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