1. an affected or pretentious manner; behavior intended to impress others
Usage: usually plural
2. plural of air; the mixture of gases surrounding the earth
Usage: plural form

Examples

• She put on airs at the party, acting like she was better than everyone else.
• His airs and graces annoyed his coworkers.
• The mountain airs were fresh and clean.
• Don’t give yourself airs just because you got promoted.
• The cold winter airs made everyone bundle up.
• She spoke without any airs, just being herself.