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Definition of gusty

gusty

/ˈɡʌs.ti/
gus · ty
Adverb:gustily
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• adjective

1

Characterized by or blowing in sudden, strong bursts or rushes of wind.

Example

"The small sailboat struggled to stay on course in the gusty autumn weather."

2

Occurring in sudden, vigorous bursts of sound, emotion, or breath.

Example

"He let out a gusty sigh of relief after hearing that the exam had been postponed."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'gusty' (windy) with 'gutsy' (brave or courageous), a common misspelling due to their near-identical spelling.

• Rhymes for gusty

• Nearby Words

gust
gustily
gusto
gusty
gut
gutless
gutlessly

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 16th century from the noun 'gust' (derived from Old Norse 'gustr', meaning 'a cold blast of wind') plus the adjectival suffix '-y'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gusty. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gusty
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