airy

adjective

ˈer-ē How to pronounce airy (audio)
Definition of airynext
1
as in fluffy
resembling air in lightness the bakery's lemon pies are famous for their airy meringues

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2
as in ventilated
open to the free circulation of air a pleasant, airy room

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3
as in elevated
located at a greater height than average or usual airy mountain villages

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4
as in lively
having much high-spirited energy and movement the airy revelry of their latest album is a departure from the slower and more somber music of the band's previous work

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5
as in subtle
satisfying or pleasing because of fineness or mildness an airy cologne that would be appropriate to wear to the office

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Recent Examples of airy Everything is coated in island white; high ceilings are punctuated by paper lanterns, giving the whole place an airy feel. — Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 3 July 2026 Two lateral skylights direct natural light downward, nourishing the tree and creating a bright, airy atmosphere. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 30 June 2026 This airy maxi dress bears a striking resemblance to the one Karen Allen wore in Raiders of the Lost Ark, which just happens to be one of my favorite movie costumes of all time. — Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026 If your goal is to keep things as bright and airy as possible, Otto Tiles and Design's founder Damla Turgut says to lean into natural materials with variation and texture. — The Spruce, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for airy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for airy
  1. fluffy
  2. ventilated
  3. elevated
  4. lively
  5. subtle
  6. light
  7. breezy
  8. high
Adjective
  • Lunches are supplied by Yeasty Boys Bakery & Delicatessen out of Marysville, featuring ham and turkey sandwiches on fluffy milk bread with picnicky sides like pasta salad and bags of Grippo’s chips produced in Cincinnati.
    — Midwest Living, Midwest Living, 6 July 2026
  • Bundled with fluffy white rice and a delicate nori ribbon to make musubi.
    — Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 July 2026
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  • Depending on trim and spec, Hyundai also says Ioniq 3 owners will get the option of heated and ventilated seats, a Bose sound system, ambient LED lighting and, bizarrely, cabin materials inspired by 1970s Italian furniture.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 21 Apr. 2026
  • The Lincoln Aviator is a luxury SUV due to its potent twin turbo V6 engine with intelligent AWD, and a cabin featuring premium leather heated and ventilated seats, a panoramic vista roof, and a Revel audio system.
    — Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 15 Mar. 2026
Definition of ventilated
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  • The rising ratio of price to income, coupled with elevated interest rates, has put homeownership out of reach for millions of millennial and Gen Z Americans.
    — Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 3 July 2026
  • Julia Giarmoleo, an EPA spokesperson, said the monitors did not detect elevated metals, but would not provide a copy of the data without a federal records request.
    — Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
Definition of elevated
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  • Vibrant banners will fill the land alongside lively Spanish music.
    — Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
  • On East Passyunk Avenue, Supérette is a lively French wine bar, market and bottle shop where rosé and pastis are enjoyed with snacks like duck prosciutto and raclette sandwiches.
    — Regan Stephens, New York Times, 2 July 2026
Definition of lively
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  • Obviously there’s a resemblance but in a really subtle and tasteful way.
    — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 4 July 2026
  • Your reward will be the sight of a tiny pale point with a subtle blue-green tint.
    — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 3 July 2026
Definition of subtle
Adjective
  • Some hormonal birth control methods can make periods much lighter or stop completely, which can alleviate symptoms associated with painful periods.
    — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 7 July 2026
  • The sheen is light as a feather, blends like a dream, and at SPF 50, is a serious sunscreen in its own right.
    — Abbey Hudetz, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026
Definition of light
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  • There’s a breezy beach dress for $6, as well as a travel tote complete with a matching accessory.
    — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
  • For a fresh summer look, opt for breezy blue satin slip dress for summer cocktails.
    — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 2 July 2026
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  • Fujimori’s presidency marks a return of her family’s political brand to Peru’s highest office — a movement that has long carried a complicated relationship with the United States.
    — Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2026
  • The federal government and states have begun investigating pricing strategies that companies report have led to higher profits.
    — Audrey McGlinchy, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026
Definition of high

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