CUMULOUS Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

cumulous

adjective

Definition of cumulous

as in pillowy

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Recent Examples of cumulous Sting is produced by Jamie Hilton and Michael Pontin via See Pictures together with Pictures in Paradise’s Chris Brown, with additional financing from create NSW, cumulous VFX and Spectrum Entertainment. — Alex Ritman, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Feb. 2023 At the end, after an angel in a cumulous cloud of white rescued the little prince from loneliness, the two groups paraded out again, this time the collaged suiting shed to reveal simple tweed dresses: round-necked, long-sleeved, calf-length, with a column of tiny gold buttons down the back. — Vanessa Friedman, New York Times, 15 Feb. 2023 The Space Launch Delta 45 weather squadron predicts a 70% chance for good conditions citing the possibility of anvil clouds moving into the area along with potential violation of its cumulous cloud rule. — Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 9 Aug. 2022 Primary concerns are cumulous clouds, a thick cloud layer and surface electric field conditions. — Richard Tribou, orlandosentinel.com, 20 Dec. 2021 In tribute to the Texas-size clouds over Houston, architect Steven Holl jacketed the exterior with rounded, incandescent ribs, giving the three-story building the soft, puffy feel of a cumulous white night-light. — Michael Agresta, Travel + Leisure, 4 July 2021 Who wouldn’t love to be wrapped in a big, fluffy, Care Bear-style cumulous? — Alexandra Cavallo, USA TODAY, 5 June 2020

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Adjective

Seriously, after just seven days, users noticed smoother fine lines and soft, pillowy skin.

— Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 4 July 2026
This strawberry and basil pavlova recipe only requires a sheet pan and minimal kitchen equipment to make a light, pillowy meringue that's the perfect sweet vehicle for syrupy strawberries and fresh basil.

— Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 28 June 2026

Definition of pillowy

Adjective

Because only in intense, rarefied states will our illusions finally drop away, like redundant scaffolding, freeing us to perceive life on a more visceral level.

— Sebastian Smee, The Atlantic, 11 July 2026
A bit more than halfway to the runup to the July 17 final, this year’s World Cup is already reaching the rarefied air of something beyond even the NBA Finals or the World Series.

— Dade Hayes, Deadline, 3 July 2026

Definition of rarefied

Adjective

Its elastic Nap smocking and lighter-than-air fabric stay comfortable all the while — even when commuting in 90-degree weather.

— Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
Airships, on the other hand, emit little carbon because their vertical lift comes from lighter-than-air gases such as helium instead of burning fuel during diagonal ascent, and their propeller propulsion can be entirely electric.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 Apr. 2026

Definition of lighter-than-air

Adjective

Roadmaps are frequently high-level and unsubstantial.

— Peter Bendor-Samuel, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
This can alter the amount and types of ACE-inhibiting peptides created during fermentation2—and possibly account for kombucha's unsubstantial effect on blood pressure.

— MD Published, Verywell Health, 27 Dec. 2025

Definition of unsubstantial

Adjective

Projects like the Apex Recordhunter illustrate how advances in electric propulsion, lightweight materials, and autonomous flight controls could reshape future air defence systems.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026
The lightweight linen-blend fabric keeps things airy, while the classic wide-leg silhouette works with everything from flip-flops during the day to strappy sandals at night.

— Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026

Definition of lightweight

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