Definition
Comparative form of 'sultry'; describing weather that is more hot, humid, and oppressive, or a demeanor that is more passionate, sensual, or smoldering.
Example Usage
The sultrier days of August made outdoor exercise nearly impossible.
Origin
From 'sultry,' which likely derives from 'sulter,' an obsolete word meaning to swelter, possibly influenced by 'sulph' (to swoon or faint).
Fun Fact
In literature and film, 'sultry' is often used metaphorically to describe the mood or atmosphere of a scene, not just temperature.
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