as in swollen
enlarged beyond normal from internal pressure
her eyelid was so puffed she couldn't see with that eye
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1
as in gasped
to breathe hard, quickly, or with difficulty
he came running up the stairs puffing and wheezing
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2
as in honied
to praise too much
a talk show host who can be counted on to puff up the celebrities who readily consent to be interviewed
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Recent Examples of puffed
Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2025
Turner-Smith completed the look with the lucite Gianvito Rossi Diana heels and accessorized with an oversize choker made of acrylic and Swarovski crystals — which created the illusion of a puffed neckline — threader earrings and a matching minaudière.
—Starr Bowenbank, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2025
Cover and let rise in a warm place until puffed and almost double in size (about 1 hour).
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Aug. 2025
Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 17 Oct. 2025
Bake until puffed and set, about 10 to 11 minutes, rotating pans halfway through.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 14 Oct. 2025
Bake until puffed and set, about 30 minutes.
—Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2025
Made with soft, stretchy, and skin-friendly materials, this piece is comfy but is classy enough for the office thanks to an elegant neckline, quality craftsmanship, and puffed sleeves.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Sep. 2025
For example, this mini dress features puffed sleeves and a wrap skirt with a tie.
—Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 15 Sep. 2025
Like so many institutions before it, the museum could have ignored the students, or puffed up some sort of defense.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
He was inspired by folkloric characters from history, like the Slavic Baba Yaga and the Italian Befana, as well as Victorian lady silhouettes, 17th century panniers, puffed sleeves, and harem pants.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 30 Aug. 2025
The anklet has puffed heart charms along the piece and is held together with a lobster clasp for ensured security.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Bake until puffed and golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2025
Turner-Smith completed the look with the lucite Gianvito Rossi Diana heels and accessorized with an oversize choker made of acrylic and Swarovski crystals — which created the illusion of a puffed neckline — threader earrings and a matching minaudière.
—Starr Bowenbank, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2025
Cover and let rise in a warm place until puffed and almost double in size (about 1 hour).
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Aug. 2025
Verb
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges of the cookies are firm and the center is puffed up and wet-looking.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 17 Oct. 2025
Bake until puffed and set, about 10 to 11 minutes, rotating pans halfway through.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 14 Oct. 2025
Bake until puffed and set, about 30 minutes.
—Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2025
Made with soft, stretchy, and skin-friendly materials, this piece is comfy but is classy enough for the office thanks to an elegant neckline, quality craftsmanship, and puffed sleeves.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Sep. 2025
For example, this mini dress features puffed sleeves and a wrap skirt with a tie.
—Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 15 Sep. 2025
Like so many institutions before it, the museum could have ignored the students, or puffed up some sort of defense.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
He was inspired by folkloric characters from history, like the Slavic Baba Yaga and the Italian Befana, as well as Victorian lady silhouettes, 17th century panniers, puffed sleeves, and harem pants.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 30 Aug. 2025
The anklet has puffed heart charms along the piece and is held together with a lobster clasp for ensured security.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for puffed
Adjective
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And at that moment, in that quiet locker room, with that swollen knee, Corbett didn’t know what to say.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Oct. 2025
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Sterling Glass had many health problems as a child—swollen feet, night sweats, nausea and vomiting, unquenchable thirst, and fatigue that often left him too exhausted to go to school.—
Liz Szabo,
Scientific American,
14 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In August last year, women gasped in unison nationwide as Hague announced her split from Fury after five years together — and one engagement — via a statement on Instagram.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Oct. 2025
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Ripa exclaimed after the audience gasped.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Several applauded Clark’s transparency and sincerity.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
16 Oct. 2025
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Trump has been applauded by Israelis and Palestinians, as well as world leaders, for his efforts.—
Robert Birsel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Oct. 2025
Verb
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West, in an interview, congratulated Dokes on her decision to run and welcomed her to the race.—
Ella McCarthy,
Arkansas Online,
17 Oct. 2025
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The Democratic National Committee congratulated Mamdani on his win but is hardly sending resources to a race that has drawn annoyance from the typical raft of consultants still trying to figure out what, exactly, the party can sell in the next cycle.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
16 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Ohtani stroked a triple into the right field corner in his first at-bat Thursday and scored on Mookie Betts’ double.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
17 Oct. 2025
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The Tigers tied the game in the eighth when Spencer Torkelson stroked a two-run double off reliever Matt Brash, who wound up getting the win.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Cornelia joined the pair towards the end of their dance, which delighted judge Kym, who praised the way the trio kicked off the night.—
Brianne Tracy,
PEOPLE,
15 Oct. 2025
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Judges praised the emotional depth and technical growth of the performance.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Oct. 2025
Verb
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There was a time when Chiles would have been commended for her service.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
19 Oct. 2025
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Stern later commended Winfrey's charitable work elsewhere in the episode.—
Brenton Blanchet,
PEOPLE,
14 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Cornerback Darnay Holmes, suffering from a thigh cramp and desperate to return to the game in the final minutes, pulled down his uniform pants — exposing his backside — while a trainer vigorously massaged the area.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
8 Oct. 2025
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Some bridesmaids prayed, others massaged her head, while others burned Palo Santo and turned to natural remedies.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
7 Oct. 2025
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“Puffed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/puffed. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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