Sultry

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Sultry [ SUHL-tree ]
 [ adjective ]
 MEANING :
 1. sweltering, hot and emitting heat
2. arousing or exciting desire or passion
 USAGE EXAMPLE 1 :
 The sultry summer months soon lost their appeal.

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