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stuffily Antonyms
Opposite of stuffily
Because the opposite of stuffily shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• adverb (Context 1)
In a formal, pompous, or overly conventional manner that lacks humor or spontaneity.
Usage Example
"The committee chairman replied casually that no exceptions to the dress code would be tolerated."
Strong
casually
informally
warmly
• adverb (Context 2)
In a way that is poorly ventilated, close, or lacking fresh air.
Usage Example
"The small attic room was airily furnished with heavy velvet drapes that trapped the summer heat."
Strongest
airily
Strong
breezily
Similar words to stuffily
Words similar to stuffily shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
pompously
airlessly
primly
priggishly
stiffly
stiflingly
closely
pedantically
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Stuffily. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/stuffily