Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
breathily
adverb
/ˈbrɛθɪli/
Definition
In a way that sounds like a breath or a whisper.
Examples
- She spoke breathily, as if she were out of breath.
- The singer delivered her notes breathily, adding an ethereal quality to the performance.
- He whispered breathily into her ear, causing her to shiver.
Meaning
Breathily describes a manner of speaking or producing sound that is airy and soft, often implying a sense of weakness or gentleness.
Synonyms
- softly
- whisperedly
- airy
