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summery

C2
adjective

Pronunciation

UK

  • /sˈʌməri/

US

  • /sˈʌməri/

Description

"Summery" is not only about the season; it is also a feeling. It brings to mind sunshine on your skin, long beach days, and ice cream melting in your hand. Something "summery" feels warm, light, and easy. A dress with bright flowers may seem summery, and a lively song can have a summery sound. The word is often used for things that remind people of summer, even when it is not summer itself. A lemonade stand on a hot day feels clearly summery.

Examples

  1. 1

    Clothing

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

  2. 2

    Room atmosphere

    The room felt bright and summery with white curtains and fresh flowers.

  3. 3

    Weather mood

    Even in early October, the afternoon had a warm, summery feel.

  4. 4

    Food

    They served a simple, summery lunch of salad, bread, and cold fruit.

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Main spelling

  • summeryadjective