puffed
6 synonyms for puffed, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Swollen or inflated, often with air or steam.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use puffed
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
puffed sleeves
puffed eyes
puffed out
Etymology
Formed from puff and -ed.
Full origin of puffed →Frequently asked questions
What does “puffed” mean?
The word “puffed” means swollen or inflated, often with air or steam. In plain terms, swollen, or (informally) out of breath.
How do you pronounce “puffed”?
“Puffed” is pronounced puhft (/pʌft/ in IPA).
How do you use “puffed” in a sentence?
Here is “puffed” used in a sentence: “His eyes were puffed from crying.”
What part of speech is “puffed”?
“Puffed” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “puffed” have?
“Puffed” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: swollen or inflated, often with air or steam.
