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

Thanks to its breathable, moisture-wicking material, the set is practical for year-round use and is machine washable for breezy maintenance. —Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Dec. 2025

Humidity is synonymous with sticky summers in the South, where residents survive it with ceiling fans, sweet tea, and breezy clothing. —Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 4 Dec. 2025

Boca Baco, Granada Steps from historic Granada's cathedral, Boca Baco fills a breezy, beautiful patio space with local art and draping greenery for an unpretentious spot to enjoy one of the best meals in town. —Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 4 Dec. 2025

Jenner wore a tousled, low ponytail with a center part and small front pieces pulled to one side for a breezy, asymmetrical look. —Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 3 Dec. 2025

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