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Definition of summery

summery

/ˈsʌm.ɚ.i/
sum · mer · y
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• adjective

1

Characteristic of, suitable for, or reminiscent of the warm, sunny weather and lively atmosphere of summer.

Example

"She wore a light, summery dress to the outdoor garden party."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'summery' (an adjective meaning characteristic of or suitable for summer) with its homophone 'summary' (a noun meaning a brief statement of main points, or an adjective meaning performed without delay).

• Rhymes for summery

• Nearby Words

summerlong
summertime
summerweight
summery
summit
summon
summoner

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in late Middle English from the noun 'summer' (from Old English 'sumor', of Proto-Germanic origin) combined with the adjectival suffix '-y'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Summery. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/summery
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