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muggy

adjective/ˈmʌɡi/

definition

uncomfortably warm and humid

example

It was a muggy summer afternoon, making it hard to enjoy the outdoor picnic.

synonyms
humidstickysultry
word origin — The origin of 'muggy' is believed to be from the late 19th century, possibly derived from the word 'mug,' meaning 'to cover' or 'to wrap up.'

muggy, wrongheaded, outmoded, reprehensible, praiseworthy: meanings and examples

Learn these 5 words from SAT Vocabulary Level 3 set 266. Each entry includes a definition, example sentence, pronunciation, and synonyms. Use the interactive cards above to practice them.

  1. muggy · adjective/ˈmʌɡi/

    uncomfortably warm and humid

    It was a muggy summer afternoon, making it hard to enjoy the outdoor picnic.

    Synonyms: humid, sticky, sultry

    Origin: The origin of 'muggy' is believed to be from the late 19th century, possibly derived from the word 'mug,' meaning 'to cover' or 'to wrap up.'

  2. wrongheaded · adjective/ˈrɔŋˌhɛdɪd/

    having or showing a mistaken idea or judgment

    His wrongheaded approach to problem-solving often led to more complications than solutions.

    Synonyms: mistaken, misguided, erroneous

    Origin: The term 'wrongheaded' combines 'wrong' (from Old English 'wrang', meaning 'crooked, unjust, or erroneous') and 'headed', indicating a direction or tendency of thought.

  3. outmoded · adjective/ˈaʊtˌmoʊdɪd/

    no longer in style or use

    Many people believe that traditional classrooms are becoming outmoded in our increasingly digital world.

    Synonyms: obsolete, outdated, antiquated

    Origin: from the prefix 'out-' meaning 'beyond' or 'away' and the verb 'mode' meaning 'to measure or fashion'; originally denoting something that is no longer in current fashion.

  4. reprehensible · adjective/ˌrɛprɪˈhɛnsəbl/

    deserving censure or condemnation

    His reprehensible behavior at the charity event led to widespread criticism from the community.

    Synonyms: blameworthy, objectionable, disgraceful

    Origin: from Latin 'reprehensibilis', from 'reprehens-', meaning 'to restrain, rebuke'

  5. praiseworthy · adjective/ˈpreɪzˌwɜrði/

    deserving commendation or admiration

    Her dedication to volunteer work is truly praiseworthy, inspiring others to contribute to the community.

    Synonyms: commendable, laudable, admirable

    Origin: Derived from the Middle English 'praysworthi', combining 'praise' (from Old French 'prisier' and Latin 'pretium') and 'worthy' (from Old English 'weorþig').