Synonyms for

Airy

Verb / ˈeri: / Another word for airy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having or characterized by a lot of fresh air; light; without substance or depth

Synonyms & similar words

aery visionary impractical windy aeriform laputan aerial ethereal aired breezy fresh ventilated open spacious roomy ethereal light fluffy feathery delicate insubstantial superficial trivial unsubstantial vapid empty hollow vacuous wispy

Synonyms by register

Formal

ventilated spacious uncluttered light

Informal

breezy open roomy well-ventilated

Literary

ethereal gossamer diaphanous

Antonyms

heavy dense solid stuffy compact oppressive cluttered

Common collocations

  • airy room
  • airy fairy
  • airy space
  • airy feeling
  • airy texture
  • airy design
  • airy manner

Word family

adjective airy
adverb airily

Usage note

Often used to describe a space that is well-ventilated and feels light and open. Can also describe a person's manner or ideas as being frivolous or impractical.

Example sentences

  1. The room feels so airy with all the windows open.
  2. She loves wearing airy dresses in the summer.
  3. The balloon floated away on the airy breeze.
  4. The cake was light and airy, perfect for a summer dessert.
  5. The speech lacked substance and was quite airy in nature.

Quotes

  • She had an airy laugh that made everyone smile.
  • The kite soared high in the airy sky.
  • The room was filled with an airy scent of fresh flowers.

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