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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There’s only one town, San Pedro, with colorful waterfront restaurants and breezy beach bars perfect for sunset rum punches. Annie Daly, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2026 The best coastal bedding is easy, breezy, and beautiful, made for those who appreciate cool tones and laidback vibes. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026 Temperatures Monday are expected to climb back toward the upper 70s and low 80s with breezy conditions and plenty of moisture in the air. Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 9 Mar. 2026 The heavyweight linen-blend material makes the skirt feel soft to the touch and helps keep it from flying up, even when worn on a breezy day. Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 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 11 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

breezy

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

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