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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Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Mar. 2026
The ankle-revealing design adds lightness to any look, which is ideal for midi-skirts in soft colors, airy materials, pleats, or other delicate details.
—René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 14 Mar. 2026
These easy pull-on pants feature a flexible waistband and drawstring for a no-dig, all-day comfort feel, while the wide-leg capri silhouette keeps things airy and relaxed for casual wear.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2026
The nine-time Traveler Readers’ Choice Award winner and three-time Gold List recipient is the very definition of barefoot luxury with 72 keys and a mix of airy rooms, suites, and beach villas with private pools.
—Rachel Cheng, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Mar. 2026
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“Airy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/airy. Accessed 20 Mar. 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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