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

Jennifer Aniston, Jessica Alba, and more stars are stepping out in breezy sandals that maximize airflow without sacrificing style. — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026

Ideal for a breezy, no-makeup makeup look, the formula comes in a portable stick and is easy to blend using fingers only. — Jenny Berg, Glamour, 25 June 2026

The contrasting rickrack adds an on-trend touch while the A-line silhouette and adjustable spaghetti straps keep the dress feeling breezy for a hot Southern wedding. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 25 June 2026

To fill the gap in my wardrobe—and keep things cool and breezy in 90-degree weather—I’ve turned to pull-on pants. — Lauren Finney Harden, InStyle, 25 June 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