smoky

adjective

ˈsmō-kē 

variants or less commonly smokey

smokier; smokiest

1

: emitting smoke especially in large quantities

a smoky fireplace

2

a

: having the characteristics of or resembling smoke

a smoky haze

b

: suggestive of smoke especially in flavor or odor

3

a

: filled with smoke

a smoky room

b

: made dark or black by or as if by smoke

4

: having a low throaty quality

a smoky voice

smokily

ˈsmō-kə-lē 

adverb

smokiness

ˈsmō-kē-nəs 

noun

Examples of smoky in a Sentence

Her dress was a smoky blue.

Her smoky voice drew me in.

She gave him a smoky look.

Recent Examples on the Web

The Delaney With its mix of smoky scotch, vermouth, and bitter Campari, the drink is a sophisticated sip to steady your nerves. —Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024

Cubed potatoes, decadent cheesy sauce, and caramelized Ritz crackers to top it off. get the recipe Million Dollar Baked Beans Savory, sweet, and smoky elements blend together to take traditional baked beans to flavorful new heights – in under an hour. —Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2024

For a smoky edge, reach for a bottle like Laphroaig Select, which is bold but not overly intense, providing a contrast that’s not too overpowering. —Emily Price, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024

The smoky mayo balances several ingredients and flavors, too. —Amanda Stanfield, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing smoky

• smoky quartz
• smoky topaz

Kids Definition

smoky

adjective

variants also smokey

ˈsmō-kē 

smokier; smokiest

1

: giving off smoke especially in large quantities

smoky stoves

2

: resembling or suggestive of smoke

a smoky flavor

3

: filled with or darkened by smoke

a smoky room

smokily

-kə-lē 

adverb

smokiness

-kē-nəs 

noun