adjective
puffed
puhft
adjective
1
Swollen or inflated, often with air or steam.
"His eyes were puffed from crying."
"The sleeves were puffed at the shoulder for a dramatic look."
2
Out of breath, panting from exertion.
"She was completely puffed after the sprint."
How to Use Puffed
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSwollen, or (informally) out of breath.
Common pairings
puffed sleeves
puffed eyes
puffed out
Word Forms
more puffed comparative, more puffed comparative, most puffed superlative, most puffed superlative
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