smoky
UK: ˈsməʊki | US: ˈsməʊki
adj. filled with or producing smoke
adj. having the color or appearance of smoke
adj. tasting or smelling like smoke
The word "smoky" derives from the Old English "smocian," meaning "to emit smoke," combined with the suffix "-y," which forms adjectives indicating a characteristic. The root "smoke" traces back to Proto-Germanic *smuk-, related to combustion and vapor. Over time, "smoky" evolved to describe not just smoke-filled environments but also visual and sensory qualities resembling smoke (e.g., color, flavor).
The room became smoky after the fireplace was lit.
She loves the smoky flavor of grilled meats.
The mountains had a smoky haze from distant wildfires.
His jacket smelled smoky after the campfire.
The artist used a smoky gray to paint the foggy landscape.