breezy

[ bree-zee ]

adjective

, breez·i·er, breez·i·est.

1. abounding in breezes; breeze; windy.
2. fresh; sprightly:

   His breezy manner was half his charm.

   Synonyms: easygoing, jaunty, lively, buoyant, lighthearted, carefree

breezy

/ ˈbriːzɪ /

adjective

1. fresh; windy

   a breezy afternoon

2. casual or carefree; lively; light-hearted

   her breezy nature

3. lacking substance; light

   a breezy conversation

Derived Forms

• ˈbreezily, adverb
• ˈbreeziness, noun

Other Words From

• breezi·ly adverb
• breezi·ness noun
• un·breezy adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of breezy¹

First recorded in 1710–20; breeze ¹ + -y ¹

Example Sentences

A chat with Ben Foster is not a quick, breezy BS session: From the moment he arrives in the French restaurant Lucien, he’s laser-focused, asking his own questions, then offering considered, thoughtful answers.

From Los Angeles Times

Nine breezy walks around L.A. that will help you appreciate the gorgeous architecture of the city’s bridges and its rich local history.

From Los Angeles Times

This list is heavy on comedies and breezy, bingeable series and specials that either premiered in the last few months or have recently released a new season — it’s the perfect time to catch up.

From Los Angeles Times

A few months after its release, De Miguel stops in Los Angeles on a breezy September afternoon to celebrate the EP’s long-awaited vinyl release.

From Los Angeles Times

Eilish and Finneas, 27, use that sense of determination to try new things on “Hit Me Hard and Soft,” most readily perhaps in “Birds of a Feather,” which might be the first song they’ve created that could be described as a breezy summertime bop.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• airy
• blithe
• buoyant
• carefree
• casual
• cheerful
• jaunty
• lively
• peppy
• racy
• relaxed
• sunny