Synonyms for

Breeze

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

Definition

a gentle wind

Synonyms & similar words

picnic zephyr cinch snap air walkover pushover pieceofcake childsplay ducksoup gentlewind wind draft gust current air zephyr breeze whiff puff blow breath waft flutter flurry blast airflow ventilation exhalation

Synonyms by register

Formal

air current air movement gentle wind

Informal

puff waft zephyr

Literary

zephyr waft current

Antonyms

gale storm tempest howl blast squall windstorm

Common collocations

  • gentle breeze
  • cool breeze
  • sea breeze
  • warm breeze
  • light breeze
  • faint breeze
  • summer breeze

Word family

noun breeze
verb breeze

Usage note

Breeze typically refers to a light, gentle wind. Avoid using it for strong winds, for which words like 'gale' or 'storm' are more appropriate.

Example sentences

  1. The breeze blew the leaves on the trees.
  2. I feel a breeze coming from the window.
  3. The sailboat moves with the help of the breeze.
  4. The summer breeze is refreshing after a hot day.
  5. The breeze carried the scent of flowers.

Quotes

  • The breeze at dawn has secrets to tell you. Don't go back to sleep. - Rumi
  • A gentle breeze, a rippling brook, the rustling leaves, all in nature's book. - Anonymous
  • Life is a breeze, but with the right mindset. - Anonymous

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