English · Nature & Environment
stormy
/ˈstɔːrmi/
[/ˈstɔːrmi/]
with strong wind, rain, or thunder
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Marked by strong wind, rain, or thunder. It can also describe an angry, troubled situation.
Example
The sailors waited out the stormy night.
The sailors waited out the stormy night.
Etymology
From 'storm' (Old English 'storm') plus '-y'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for weather and for troubled relationships or meetings.