breezy

adjective

ˈbrē-zē 

breezier; breeziest

1

: swept by breezes

breezy beaches

a breezy day

2

a

: briskly informal

a breezy essay

b

: airy, nonchalant

breezy indifference

breezily

ˈbrē-zə-lē 

adverb

breeziness

ˈbrē-zē-nəs 

noun

Synonyms of breezy

• casual
• mellow
• nonchalant
• unaffected
• informal
• easygoing
• flexible
• familiar
• low-pressure
• affable
• laid-back

Examples of breezy in a Sentence

I enjoy the author's breezy style.

She listened to their complaints with breezy indifference.

Recent Examples on the Web

This Ekouaer Matching Set, for example, is perfect for summertime in Europe; wear it together, or pair the top with these comfy, relaxed Madewell jeans and the breezy trousers with this textured cardigan that makes a great layer or top on its own. — Kristy Alpert, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2026

Roomy pants, meanwhile, offer a breezier alternative to more form-fitting silhouettes. — Kelsey Stewart, Glamour, 10 July 2026

Rent classic bikes at one of many rental agencies up and down the highway, or go for an easy-breezy electric bike from Pedego 30A to roll across the sand or the streets with no problem. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 10 July 2026

Amazon’s fashion section is chock-full of deals on breezy, warm-weather outfits, including easy T-shirts, dresses, shorts, and more essentials for up to 71 percent off. — Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1637, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for breezy

• cheesy
• easy
• queasy
• sleazy
• wheezy
• marchese
• speakeasy
• uneasy

Kids Definition

breezy

adjective

ˈbrē-zē 

breezier; breeziest

1

: somewhat windy

2

: lively and somewhat carefree

breezily

-zə-lē 

adverb

breeziness

-zē-nəs 

noun