breathable

adjective

breath·​able ˈbrē-t͟hə-bəl 

1

: suitable for breathing

breathable air

2

: allowing air to pass through : porous

a breathable synthetic fabric

breathability

ˌbrē-t͟hə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

Examples of breathable in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The skirts below strike a better balance between breathable and presentable. — Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2026

It’s stitched with a waffle-weave fabric in a warm, natural flax color, and its materials are breathable enough to stay cool all night in hot weather. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 11 July 2026

Summits Slip-On Sneakers Like the above pair, the Summits Slip-On Sneakers boast a super breathable and comfortable feel thanks to their soft mesh uppers. — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 11 July 2026

The sale includes a range of Snow Peak’s bestsellers, including these breathable, quick-dry shorts and matching quick-dry shirt, as well as a high-density nylon washer jacket. — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1651, in the meaning defined at sense 1