Definition

Adjective: - Not airtight; allowing currents of air to pass through: Describes a space, room, or building that is not sealed, permitting drafts (unwanted currents of cool air) to enter.

Usage

The adjective "drafty" is used to describe a place where air flows freely and often uncomfortably due to poor sealing around windows, doors, or walls. It typically has a negative connotation, suggesting a lack of warmth or comfort.

Examples

• The old house was very drafty, especially near the windows.
• We couldn't stay in the drafty cabin without a good heater.
• My office is so drafty that I always need to wear a sweater.

Advanced Usage

• "To be drafty": This is the standard construction to describe a place.
  • The hallway tends to be drafty in the winter.

Variants and Related Words

• Draft (noun): A current of cool air in a room or other enclosed space.
  • There's a cold draft coming from under the door.
• Draftiness (noun): The quality or state of being drafty.
  • The draftiness of the attic made it unusable in the winter.

Synonyms

• Breezy: Having a lot of light wind, but can be more pleasant than "drafty."
• Airy: Having plenty of fresh air; can be positive or negative depending on context.
• Unsealed: Not closed or made airtight.

Antonyms

• Airtight: Not allowing air to pass through.
• Sealed: Closed securely to prevent entry or escape.
• Snug: Comfortably warm and cozy; well-protected from the cold.

Adjective

1. not airtight