stifling
sti-fling
adjective
Restricting freedom, creativity, or development in an oppressive way.
"She found the small town's atmosphere stifling."
adjective
Extremely hot and stuffy, making breathing or comfort difficult.
"The stifling heat made everyone lethargic."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: quelling, crushing, suppression, sulphurous, sultry, sulfurous, hot