breathy Definition
- 1producing sound with an audible puff of breath
- 2having a voice quality characterized by audible breath exhalation
Using breathy: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "breathy" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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She spoke in a breathy whisper.
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The singer's breathy voice added to the romantic atmosphere of the song.
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The flute's breathy tone created a haunting melody.
breathy Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: breathy in Brief
The term 'breathy' [ˈbreθi] describes sounds or voices that are produced with an audible puff of breath. It is often used to describe a soft, whispery, or husky voice quality, as in 'She spoke in a breathy whisper.' 'Breathy' can also refer to musical instruments, such as the flute, that produce a breathy tone.
