Definition

Having a quality of being airy or light, often used to describe a sound or atmosphere that feels open and fresh.

Example

The singer's voice was breathier than usual, adding a soft and delicate touch to the song.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you heard the new album by that singer?

Yeah, I love it! Her voice sounds even breathier than before.

I know, right? It adds such a nice texture to the songs.

Absolutely! It makes them feel more emotional.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Breathier → It is formed from "breath" (from Old English "brēath", meaning the air taken in or expelled from the lungs) and the suffix "-ier" (indicating a comparative form). The word "breathier" means having more breath or being more airy in quality.

Memory Tip

Think of 'breath' as the air we take in, and the '-ier' suggests a comparison, so 'breathier' means something that has more air or is more full of breath.

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