smoky

[ˈsməʊki]

smoky Definition

  • 1filled with smoke, often in a way that is unpleasant or unhealthy
  • 2having a taste or smell of smoke

Using smoky: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "smoky" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The room was smoky and filled with the smell of cigarettes.

  • Example

    The barbeque had a smoky flavor that everyone enjoyed.

  • Example

    The city was covered in a smoky haze from the forest fires.

  • Example

    The smoky air made it difficult to breathe.

smoky Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with smoky

  • a makeup technique that uses dark eyeshadow to create a smoky, sultry look around the eyes

    Example

    She applied a smoky eye for the party.

  • a brownish-grey or black variety of quartz that is often used in jewelry

    Example

    She wore a necklace made of smoky quartz.

  • bacon that has been smoked to give it a distinctive flavor

    Example

    He ordered a burger with smoky bacon.

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Summary: smoky in Brief

The term 'smoky' [ˈsməʊki] describes something filled with smoke, often in an unpleasant or unhealthy way. It can also refer to a taste or smell of smoke, as in 'The barbeque had a smoky flavor that everyone enjoyed.' 'Smoky' extends into phrases like 'smoky eye,' and refers to a makeup technique that creates a sultry look around the eyes.

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