BLOWY Synonyms: 12 Similar and Opposite Words

blowy

adjective

ˈblō-ē

Definition of blowy

as in gusty

marked by strong wind or more wind than usual a blowy day that resulted in most of the fall foliage being knocked off the trees

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Adjective

Coastal flooding and beach erosion are the two greatest concerns from the storm for our area, but gusty winds and bands of rain are also likely for inland communities through Sunday late afternoon.

— Gregory Padgett, CBS News, 26 Sep. 2026
Winds may not be quite as strong near Sacramento in the evening as the Delta breeze counteracts some of the north winds — a peculiar setup — but could still be gusty in sudden bursts.

— Sean Macaday, Sacbee.com, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of gusty

Adjective

Toub said Butker has performed well in practice this week despite windy conditions and Tucker’s presence.

— Ryan Canfield OutKick, FOXNews.com, 29 Oct. 2026
Defending champion Fifa Laopakdee of Thailand was back on top Thursday in the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship, shooting an 8-under 63 in windy conditions to take a three-stroke lead after the first round.

— ABC News, ABC News, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of windy

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The blustery conditions, combined with king tides in the area -- the highest high tides of the year -- have prompted coastal flood alerts through Tuesday from Miami to North Carolina's Outer Banks.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2026
Wednesday won't be as blustery, but there is still a dangerous high risk of rip currents along our Atlantic beaches.

— Lissette Gonzalez, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of blustery

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