steamier; steamiest
1
: consisting of, characterized by, or full of steam
2
: intensely or uncomfortably hot: such as
a
: hot and humid
a steamy afternoon
b
: sensually hot : erotic
a steamy love scene
Examples of steamy in a Sentence
It is 92 degrees in steamy Miami this afternoon.
a steamy scene that earned the movie an R rating
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The July 7 premiere began with a teaser of the show's return, featuring engagement rings, champagne, tears and steamy makeouts.
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Liza Esquibias, People.com, 8 July 2025
With those under age 18 banned, the mind-space on board is adult fun in many forms such as drinking games at the Korean BBQ, steamy gyrations in 1980s-style fitness classes, and some of the best outdoor parties at sea.
—Fran Golden, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
While a lot has changed over the 249 years since those men emerged from their sweaty seclusion, one thing hasn't: Philadelphia is still hot and steamy at the height of summer.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 4 July 2025
Between the steamy romance and the emotional family issues that Hendrix faces, there's plenty to discuss after reading.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 4 July 2025
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Liza Esquibias, People.com, 8 July 2025
With those under age 18 banned, the mind-space on board is adult fun in many forms such as drinking games at the Korean BBQ, steamy gyrations in 1980s-style fitness classes, and some of the best outdoor parties at sea.
—Fran Golden, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
While a lot has changed over the 249 years since those men emerged from their sweaty seclusion, one thing hasn't: Philadelphia is still hot and steamy at the height of summer.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 4 July 2025
Between the steamy romance and the emotional family issues that Hendrix faces, there's plenty to discuss after reading.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 4 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for steamy
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“Steamy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/steamy. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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