breezy

[bree-zee]

adjective

breezier, breeziest 

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

Other Word Forms

• breezily adverb
• breeziness noun
• unbreezy adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of breezy¹

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

Example Sentences

I can’t explain why this breezy comic caper is such a dependable midnight snack for me.

From Los Angeles Times

Its seven Oscar wins, including best picture, capped off a great year for the actor who received his one and only lead actor Oscar nomination for his breezy performance.

From Los Angeles Times

The remnants of Hurricane Erin look set to affect Wales from late Monday onwards, bringing some wetter and breezier conditions.

From BBC

Oliver presents as all sunny, breezy love, sporting a trucker cap over a babushka over bleached pink hair.

From Los Angeles Times

It has allowed low pressure systems to graze the country, bringing breezier conditions, bands of rain to northern and western areas, and showers elsewhere.

From BBC

Related Words

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