Smoky

/ˈsmoʊ.ki/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Filled with or covered by smoke.

The air in the room became smoky after the fireplace was lit.

Having a dark or hazy appearance due to smoke.

The sky was smoky with the remnants of a recent wildfire.

Having a flavor or aroma reminiscent of smoke, usually used in the context of food or drinks.

She enjoyed the smoky flavor of the barbecue ribs.

Characterized by a dull, gray color or tone.

He wore a smoky gray jacket that complemented his eyes.

Middle English: from smoke + -y

smoky eyes

makeup style that emphasizes dark, smudged eyelids.

smoky bar

a bar that allows smoking, often filled with cigarette smoke.

smoky flavor

a taste characteristic of food that has been cooked over smoke.

smoke

the visible vapor and gases given off by burning or smoldering material.

smolder

to burn slowly with smoke but no flame.

smoky quartz

a variety of quartz that is tinted smoky gray or brown.

used to describe a style that is dark and mysterious.

That outfit is so smoky, it really stands out at the party.

referring to someone who is untrustworthy or shady.

I heard he has a smoky past, be careful around him.