balmy

adjective

ˈbä-mē How to pronounce balmy (audio)
Definition of balmynext
1
as in psychotic
having or showing a very abnormal or sick state of mind a completely balmy but harmless old man who talked intently to plants and believed they answered back

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2
as in temperate
marked by temperatures that are neither too high nor too low a balmy spring day

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3
as in gentle
not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect a pleasant, balmy breeze was all that stirred the wildflowers growing near the shore

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as in absurd
showing or marked by a lack of good sense or judgment the balmy notion that the IRS wouldn't collect taxes on his lottery winnings

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Recent Examples of balmy Forecasters said Friday should be similarly balmy, albeit a bit chillier, before temperatures plummet overnight, dipping all the way down to the low 20s as dawn rolls in. — Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 7 Feb. 2025 Unfortunately, Vegas will be a bit too balmy for live demos. — IEEE Spectrum, 4 Jan. 2025 It’s got a thick, balmy texture, but melts easily into the skin easily and without irritation. — Zoë Weiner, Glamour, 25 Feb. 2025 The balmy conditions for the NYCFC game represented a drastic change from Wednesday’s visit to K.C., played out in subzero temperatures played out in subzero temperatures and decided by a solitary Messi goal. — Martin Rogers, The Athletic, 22 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for balmy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for balmy
  1. psychotic
  2. temperate
  3. gentle
  4. absurd
  5. insane
  6. sunny
  7. soothing
  8. silly
Adjective
  • The counselor also told police Trotman had had a previous psychotic break in which he was found wandering the woods.
    — Peter Hermann, Washington Post, 7 Feb. 2023
  • Lewis prescribed Price anti-psychotic medication after a mental health referral Sept. 1.
    — Thomas Saccente, Arkansas Online, 17 Jan. 2023
Definition of psychotic
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  • Unlike the Antarctic of today, Late-Cretaceous Antarctica was warmer and wetter, with temperate weather and lush vegetation.
    — Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 5 Feb. 2025
  • The weather in Palermo is generally temperate in winter, with average highs around 50℉, but summers can be brutal, making a case for air-conditioning.
    — Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Definition of temperate
Adjective
  • But instead of chastisement, caregivers should get their child to stop scratching with gentle encouragement, kindness, and empathy.
    — Andy Collinson, Health, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Gaga’s powerful delivery propels the track forward, but in the second verse, the production contracts to suit Ariana’s gentle coo.
    — Kristen S. Hé, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2025
Definition of gentle
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  • Undermining tax collections and the IRS goes hand in glove with Trump’s absurd belief that the U.S. federal government can or should try to fund itself primarily via tariffs.
    — New York Daily News, Twin Cities, 16 Mar. 2025
  • On the other hand, prescribing some specific artisanal orange marmalade seems absurd.
    — Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of absurd
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  • Your voice is insane.
    — Mary Colurso | mcolurso@al.com, al, 4 Apr. 2023
  • The Republican and right-wing reaction is just insane.
    — Michael Tomasky, The New Republic, 31 Mar. 2023
Definition of insane
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  • Most avalanche accidents happen on the first sunny day after a storm when people get antsy and disregard red flags.
    — Ashley Thess, Outdoor Life, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Forecasters predict a sunny day on Tuesday before more rain settles into parts of the region Wednesday.
    — Rick Hurd, The Mercury News, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of sunny
Adjective
  • It’s powered by an ingredient called Centella asiatica, which is known for its soothing properties.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 14 Mar. 2025
  • The mattress was extremely comfortable—firm, body-conforming, and had a sense of evenness and stability that was very soothing and calming.
    — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of soothing
Adjective
  • Finally, its focus on physics means that things get silly pretty quickly, which makes for very shareable moments and clips.
    — David Faris, Newsweek, 17 Mar. 2025
  • Dozen Bakery off Nolensville Pike is celebrating this silliest of holidays with special pies and quiche.
    — Adam Tamburin, Axios, 14 Mar. 2025
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