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Resembling or consisting or air or gas
“There is an airy substance called ether, which is supposed to pervade all space.”
Allowing, or characterized by, the circulation of air
“The outer windows high and numerous, giving the wards a light, airy and cheerful character.”
Having plenty of space or room
“Her dogs romp about the granny-chic sofas in the airy living room that's perched above SoHo.”
Extremely fine, delicate and light in structure or texture
“The addition of an airy fabric of blonde and pink ribbon to her still glossy brown hair increased the youthfulness of her appearance.”
Immaterial, not based on, or existing in, reality
“The three weren't actually talking about any kind of deal, but rather of big, airy ideas about the global market and the role of business in society.”
Situated or positioned at a great height or in the air
“Had a voyager on the deck of a passing steamer happened to direct a telescope to one of the high peaks of the Catskills, he would have observed a man treading its airy heights.”
Lighthearted and casually cheerful
“Heine had not yet shown that a German might combine the most airy humor with a sense of form as delicate as Goethe's own.”
Showing or characterized by great energy and movement
“These two go on for some time, shifted in various positions, and in airy revelry.”
Done or acting in an indifferent or apathetic manner
Existing (only or purely) in one's imagination
Characterized by windy or stormy conditions
Equipped with and climate-controlled by air-conditioning
Extremely tall, especially in comparison with the surroundings
Unconvincing from a logical perspective
Not determined by reason
Disdainful or condescending in nature
(of the climate) Pleasantly refreshing and cool
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