decaff

Coffee without buzz

Decaff is an informal spelling of decaf, short for decaffeinated coffee or tea: I'll have a decaff, please.

The double-f spelling is less common than decaf but appears in casual writing.

The word can also function as an adjective: a decaff latte.

substitutes

herbal

Relating to medicinal plants

chicoryRoasted root coffee alternative
barleyGrain for malt
dandelionYellow flower, white puffball

rooibos · carob · acorn · fig · roasted

mildness

smooth

Without roughness or difficulty

mellowSoft, ripe, relaxed
gentleSoft and kind
lightVisible electromagnetic radiation

subtle · weak · soft · watery · thin · bland · diluted · tame · mild · easy-drinking

relaxation

calm

Free from agitation

soothingReducing distress or discomfort
eveningLate day period
unwindingReleasing coiled tension

bedtime · nightcap · restful · wind-down · late-night · peaceful

Opposites

caffeine content

decaffcaffeinated

Containing a stimulant compound

regular · leaded · high-octane · espresso · double-shot

Phrases

decaf coffeeBrewed drink without stimulants
decaf teaBrewed leaves, stimulant removed

Family

decaf, decaffeinated, decaffeinate, decaffeination

Familiarity: Top 1,000,000
Profile: Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G