drafty Meaning & Definition
/ˈdɹɑːfti/
What Does Drafty Mean?
As an adjective, drafty means Characterized by gusts of wind; windy. It is also used to mean Not properly sealed against drafts (draughts).
Drafty: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈdɹɑːfti// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | leaky and draughty |
| Comparative / superlative | draftier, draftiest |
Drafty Definition (Adjective)
- Characterized by gusts of wind; windy.
- Not properly sealed against drafts (draughts).
It's really drafty (draughty) in here.
Adjective
- (of a building etc.) Not properly sealed against drafts (draughts).
It's really drafty (draughty) in here.
Synonyms of Drafty
Drafty synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Drafty
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Drafty in a Sentence
It's really drafty (draughty) in here.
Word Forms & Grammar
drafty (comparative draftier or more drafty, superlative draftiest or most drafty)
Words That Rhyme With Drafty
Origin of Drafty
From earlier draughty, equivalent to draft + -y.
How to Pronounce Drafty
The standard pronunciation of drafty is //ˈdɹɑːfti//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Drafty: Your Questions Answered
What part of speech is drafty?
Drafty is an adjective.
What is another word for drafty?
Close synonyms of drafty are leaky and draughty. See the full list of drafty synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of drafty?
The comparative form is draftier and the superlative form is draftiest.