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balmy

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈbɑmi// UK //bˈɑːmi// balmy Informal

adj. describing a warm, pleasant, and comfortable temperature. You use this to talk about weather that feels very nice to be outside in.

adj. describing a temperature that is warm and pleasant, typically in a way that is soothing or refreshing. Often used to describe spring or autumn weather.


SIMPLE

We spent the whole afternoon walking in the balmy spring air.

CONTEXTUAL

After a long, cold winter, the balmy weather of early April felt like a gift to the local gardeners.

COMPLEX

The coastal town is famous for its balmy climate, which remains temperate enough for light clothing even as the rest of the country experiences the peak of summer.

Synonyms
Origin

From balm + -y. Doublet of balsamic.

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