fluffy

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

Synonyms of fluffy

• light

Examples of fluffy in a Sentence

the fluffy fur of a kitten

Beat the egg whites until they are fluffy.

furniture with big fluffy cushions

Recent Examples on the Web

These crispy vanilla cookies are topped with a fluffy dark chocolate mousse, covered in a layer of rich, Belgian dark chocolate, and finished with a sprinkle of crunchy, roasted cocoa nibs. —Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 21 Jan. 2026

Blanco layered on some gold chains and wore his signature locks in fluffy curls. —Christina Perrier, InStyle, 21 Jan. 2026

The fluffy dumplings add texture and flavor—and are Mama-approved. —Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2026

Come show time, the steer is fluffy as a cotton ball and ready for a(u)ction. —Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 21 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

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