Balmy

/ˈbɑːmi/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

characterized by pleasantly mild weather.

On a balmy summer evening, the garden was filled with laughter and music.

having the qualities of balm; soothing or restorative.

She found the balmy perfume of the flowers calming and refreshing.

foolishly or pleasantly eccentric; crazy.

His balmy ideas about the future often made his friends laugh.

Middle English, from 'balme' meaning soothing ointment, from Latin 'balsamum'.

balmy weather

Mild and pleasant air or climate.

balmy days

Days with calm and warm temperatures.

balmy breeze

A light, soothing air, often associated with pleasant weather.

balsam

A fragrant resinous substance used for soothing.

mild

Gentle and not severe.

soothing

Having a calming effect.

Crazy or eccentric.

That idea is a bit balmy, don't you think?

Cool or laid-back.

He has a balmy attitude towards life.