fluffy

1 of 2

adjective

ˈflə-fē 

fluffier; fluffiest

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 

adverb

fluffiness

ˈflə-fē-nəs 

noun

fluffiness

2 of 2

noun

fluff·​i·​ness -fēnə̇s 

-fin-

plural -es

: the quality or state of being fluffy

Synonyms of fluffy

Adjective

• light

Examples of fluffy in a Sentence

Adjective

the fluffy fur of a kitten

Beat the egg whites until they are fluffy.

furniture with big fluffy cushions

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Start with this quilt set that’s lightweight but comfy for fall, then snag these ever-popular bed pillows with plush filling that shoppers compare to fluffy clouds. — Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2026

Spot conceal as needed, using your fingers, a fluffy brush, or a damp beauty blender for a seamless look. — Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 4 Sep. 2026

Together, the notes create a gourmand that feels light and fluffy rather than dense or saccharine—sweet, but never overwhelming. — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026

Egyptian cotton sheets, light fluffy pillows and extra blankets do the trick. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

circa 1825, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for fluffy

• buffy
• puffy
• scruffy
• stuffy

Kids Definition

fluffy

adjective

ˈfləf-ē 

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