airy
UK: ˈeəri | US: ˈeri
adj. light or delicate in appearance or feeling
adj. spacious and well-ventilated
adj. carefree or frivolous in manner
The word "airy" combines "air," derived from Old French air and Latin aer (meaning "atmosphere"), with the suffix "-y," which forms adjectives indicating a quality or condition. Originally tied to the literal sense of "pertaining to air," it evolved metaphorically to describe lightness, openness, or insubstantiality—reflecting the intangible nature of air itself.
The room felt bright and airy after she opened the windows.
Her airy laughter filled the garden.
He dismissed the criticism with an airy wave of his hand.
The fabric had an airy texture, perfect for summer.
The balcony offered an airy view of the coastline.