Definition

In a light and carefree way, often suggesting a lack of seriousness or concern.

Example

She airily dismissed the concerns of her colleagues, believing everything would work out fine.

Conversation

Did you see how she danced at the party last night?

Yes! She moved so airily, it was like she was floating.

I know, right? It made everyone else look so stiff.

Totally! I wish I could dance that airily.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Airily → It is formed from "air" (from Old French *air*, meaning atmosphere or breeze) and "-ily" (a suffix forming adverbs). The word "airily" means in a light, carefree, or breezy manner, as if one is floating in the air.

Memory Tip

Imagine someone moving in a light and carefree way, as if they are floating in the 'air' — that's how you can remember that 'airily' means to do something in a breezy or carefree manner.

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