airier; airiest
1
a
: of or relating to air : atmospheric
b
: high in the air : lofty
airy perches
c
: performed in air : aerial
airy leaps
3
4
a
: open to the free circulation of air
an airy room
b
: having openings or spaces
airy lacework
Examples of airy in a Sentence
The room is open, light, and airy.
He refused with an airy wave of his hand.
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Mia McManus, PEOPLE, 31 May 2026
This airy button-front design is made from 100 percent organic cotton, complete with soft texturing, ruffles, and a universally flattering stand collar.
—Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 30 May 2026
Flowy skirts are the secret to staying cool on the hottest days of the season, with airy designs that let the breeze in from top to bottom.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 30 May 2026
Here, the decor is brighter and airier, leaning into refined beach-chic vibes more than ostentatious island tropes.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 May 2026
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“Airy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/airy. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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airy
adjective
ˈa(ə)r-ē 
ˈe(ə)r-
airier; airiest
1
a
: of or relating to air : atmospheric
b
: high in the air : lofty
airy perches
c
: performed in air
airy leaps
2
: lacking a sound or solid basis
airy romance
3
a
: light and graceful in movement and manner
an airy dancer
b
: extremely light, delicate, or refined
an airy perfume
4
: open to the air : breezy
an airy room
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