stormy

Stormy is an English adjective meaning relating to or characterized by storms. In meteorology, it describes weather with active storm systems, such as rain, thunder, strong winds, and sometimes hazards like lightning or hail. The term is also used more broadly to describe conditions that are unsettled or turbulent, including seas, skies, or social situations, and it can convey a sense of intensity or volatility rather than a precise forecast.

Common phrases include stormy weather, stormy seas, and a stormy night. In figurative use, a stormy relationship or period refers to conflict, disagreement, or upheaval. The word is formed from the noun storm with the adjectival suffix -y; it has been in use in English since the medieval period.

As a proper noun, Stormy is used as a given name or nickname. Notable individuals who have used Stormy as part of their name include Stormy Daniels, the stage name of Stephanie Clifford, an American former adult-film actress and writer. The name appears in various cultural works and can be used to evoke an image of energy or tempestuousness.