breezier; breeziest
Synonyms of breezynext
1
: swept by breezes
breezy beaches
a breezy day
2
a
: briskly informal
a breezy essay
b
: airy, nonchalant
breezy indifference
breezily adverb
breeziness noun

Examples of breezy in a Sentence

I enjoy the author's breezy style. She listened to their complaints with breezy indifference.
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They’re finished with a premium suede exterior and sleek hardware for an effortless transition from cozy winter layering to breezy spring days ahead. Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2026 Just as light and breezy colors are preferred for spring and summer, warm and moody tones suit winter well, bringing a sense of cozy comfort to the home. Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2026 The latter is breezier, decked out in caramel shades with geometric lights and flowery furniture. Laura Goulden, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Jan. 2026 Thursday will be warmer and breezy with highs in the low 80s with the potential for spotty showers. Lissette Gonzalez, CBS News, 12 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for breezy

Word History

First Known Use

1637, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of breezy was in 1637

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“Breezy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breezy. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.

Kids Definition

breezy

adjective
breezier; breeziest
1
: somewhat windy
2
: lively and somewhat carefree
breezily adverb
breeziness noun

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