airy
0 antonyms and opposites of airy, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Open, spacious, and well ventilated.
How to use airy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From air plus the adjective-forming suffix -y, originally meaning simply "full of air" before picking up figurative senses of lightness and vagueness.
Full origin of airy →Frequently asked questions
What does “airy” mean?
The word “airy” means open, spacious, and well ventilated. In plain terms, full of fresh air and light (for a room), or light and carefree in manner, or vague and not grounded in anything solid.
How do you pronounce “airy”?
“Airy” is pronounced EH-uh-ree (/ˈɛə.ɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “airy” in a sentence?
Here is “airy” used in a sentence: “The kitchen was bright and airy, with tall windows on both sides.”
What is another word for “airy”?
Words with a similar meaning to “airy” include gaseous, sprightly, superficial and carefree.
What part of speech is “airy”?
“Airy” is an adjective.
Is “airy” a common word?
“Airy” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “airy” have?
“Airy” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: open, spacious, and well ventilated.