zephyr
3 synonyms and 2 antonyms for zephyr, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A gentle, mild breeze.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
gentle wind
Antonyms
How to use zephyr
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a gentle zephyr
a cool zephyr
Mostly literary; in ordinary conversation people just say "breeze."
Etymology
From Zephyrus, the Greek god of the gentle west wind.
Full origin of zephyr →Frequently asked questions
What does “zephyr” mean?
The word “zephyr” means a gentle, mild breeze. In plain terms, a soft, light breeze — a poetic word rather than everyday weather talk.
How do you pronounce “zephyr”?
“Zephyr” is pronounced ZEH-fuh (/ˈzɛfɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “zephyr” in a sentence?
Here is “zephyr” used in a sentence: “A cool zephyr drifted in through the open window.”
What part of speech is “zephyr”?
“Zephyr” is a noun.
Where does the word “zephyr” come from?
The word “zephyr” comes from Greek. From Zephyrus, the Greek god of the gentle west wind.
How many meanings does “zephyr” have?
“Zephyr” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a gentle, mild breeze.
