1
as in fluffy
resembling air in lightness
the bakery's lemon pies are famous for their airy meringues
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in ventilated
open to the free circulation of air
a pleasant, airy room
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in elevated
located at a greater height than average or usual
airy mountain villages
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
5
as in subtle
satisfying or pleasing because of fineness or mildness
an airy cologne that would be appropriate to wear to the office
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of airy
And the free section is all about light, airy aesthetics: think floral frocks and crochet cardigans.
—
Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 18 Apr. 2025
This spindle four-poster bed in white is all about light, airy vibes.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 17 Apr. 2025
The airy, open plan groups together a large living room under soaring windows, an adjoining dining room and a kitchen with white counters and open shelving.
—Roxana Popescu, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
By eliminating these standing waves, the Noire X headphones deliver a more balanced, nuanced and airy treble that the designers say is free of the fatiguing artifacts that can spoil the listening experience.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for airy
Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 18 Apr. 2025
This spindle four-poster bed in white is all about light, airy vibes.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 17 Apr. 2025
The airy, open plan groups together a large living room under soaring windows, an adjoining dining room and a kitchen with white counters and open shelving.
—Roxana Popescu, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
By eliminating these standing waves, the Noire X headphones deliver a more balanced, nuanced and airy treble that the designers say is free of the fatiguing artifacts that can spoil the listening experience.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for airy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for airy
Adjective
-
With mixer on low speed, gradually beat in powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy, about 3 minutes.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2025
-
Known as a fluffier form of pita, frena, originated in Morocco.—
Kristin L. Wolfe,
Forbes.com,
12 Apr. 2025
Adjective
-
These were much larger and more architecturally complex, and they were positioned in elevated, visible locations that were set away from settlements and pastures.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
22 Apr. 2025
-
Before banging Kevin Gausman’s elevated fastball off the right field wall for a fifth-inning double, Dezenzo had taken five plate appearances across the past nine days.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
22 Apr. 2025
Adjective
-
Panelists had been carefully chosen and the moderators ensured lively debates took place.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
-
To introduce persimmon in a balanced way, Bassford recommends incorporating the color into decorative touches like wallpaper, upholstery, or bedding for a lively yet harmonious effect.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
-
Shannon Riley, founder and CEO of Building 180 – an art production and consulting agency that arranged the installation – told USA TODAY battery and funding reasons limit the subtle chest motions that mimic breathing to an hour a day, from 5-6 p.m.—
Jorge L. Ortiz,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2025
-
There have been subtle hints of Bayley turning on Valkyria to further their feud for the Intercontinental title.—
Joe Nguyen,
Denver Post,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
-
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart while holding a light pair of dumbbells.—
Matt Parrott,
Arkansas Online,
20 Apr. 2025
-
This color is light and bright like J.Law’s and would be pretty for the daytime; a silky black skirt like Hilary Duff’s is a little more glamorous for dinner and drinks.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
People.com,
19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
-
Those who don’t care to take a dip in the Intracoastal will swoon over the heated indoor pool and spa, flanked by a vast patio and outdoor kitchen for those breezy, barefoot dinners under the stars.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
9 Apr. 2025
-
Easy and breezy, rope and aluminum work together to create this sturdy yet breathable daybed frame.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
-
Shearing emphasized that there are no true winners in a tariff war, as higher prices harm consumers and disrupt global supply chains.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
-
Some products, though, could face duties higher than 145 percent.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
-
The energy rises as the wrestler and the rapper take energetic strides and bounce to the ring.—
Shaheem Reid,
Variety,
19 Apr. 2025
-
The rest of the evening was largely an energetic affair that oscillated between sincere appreciation and light humor, the latter of which began for co-host and winner Gold early in the event.—
Abbey White,
HollywoodReporter,
17 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Airy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/airy. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share