adjective
Having plenty of fresh air and light, so it feels open.
The apartment is small but bright and airy.
Common phrases & grammar
airy room · airy apartment
American English
How to pronounce airier
adjectiveB2
EHReeer
/ˈɛɹ.i.ɚ/
3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Related entry: airy
Having plenty of fresh air and light, so it feels open.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
adjectiveless common
Showing little concern and seeming too casual about something important.
He gave an airy response to a serious question.
Common phrases & grammar
airy manner · airy dismissal
Related words & forms
The y changes to i before -er and -est.