fluffy

B2 · Upper Intermediate Informal

adj. not serious or important; something that is pleasant but has no real meaning.

adj. superficial or lightweight in character; lacking intellectual depth or serious substance.

“I wanted a serious documentary, but this film was just a fluffy romantic comedy.”

“Critics dismissed the interview as a fluffy piece of journalism that failed to challenge the politician on his controversial voting record.”

C1 · Advanced Informal

adj. not clearly explained or defined; a bit confusing or 'fuzzy'.

adj. not clearly defined or rigorously explained; lacking precision or logical clarity.

“The company's plan for the future is still a bit fluffy and needs more detail.”

“The proposal was criticized for its fluffy language, which masked a lack of concrete financial projections for the upcoming fiscal year.”

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun Cooking Dialect

n. a small cup of frothed milk served to children in a café.

n. a small serving of frothed milk, often topped with chocolate powder or marshmallows, intended for children.

“While I had a latte, my daughter enjoyed her fluffy with extra marshmallows.”

“The café culture in the region is inclusive, often featuring a 'fluffy' on the menu to cater to families with young children.”