noun
- the state or quality of being swollen or enlarged, especially due to fluid retention or inflammation
- the quality of being soft, light, and filled with air
Examples
- The puffiness around her eyes indicated she had been crying.
- Morning puffiness in his face usually disappeared after an hour.
- The doctor examined the puffiness in her ankles for signs of fluid retention.
- She applied cold compresses to reduce the puffiness from the allergic reaction.
- The puffiness of the freshly baked bread made it look very appealing.
- His medication caused facial puffiness as a side effect.