summery

adjective

sum·​mery ˈsə-mə-rē How to pronounce summery (audio)
ˈsəm-rē
Synonyms of summerynext
: of, resembling, or fit for summer

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The shimmer catches the light in all the right places—think collarbones, shoulders, and shins—while the summery scent options evoke beach days with notes like coconut, sunflower, and pineapple. Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 19 June 2026 Staud’s sale is full of summery dresses and separates, but this ditsy floral skirt is a favorite styled with a white button down and a bikini underneath. Aemilia Madden, Vogue, 18 June 2026 Strappy heels keep the outfit feeling summery while also preventing your hems from dragging on the street. Kelsey Stewart, Glamour, 17 June 2026 In addition to this sunny yellow shade, the dress also comes in 10 other summery colors. Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for summery

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of summery was in the 15th century

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“Summery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/summery. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.

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summery

adjective
sum·​mery ˈsəm-(ə-)rē How to pronounce summery (audio)
: of, resembling, or fit for summer

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