Artsy/ˈɑːrtsi/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Nuanced Interest Implies a deep interest or talent in art that goes beyond just liking it. Her artsy skills really shone through in her latest gallery exhibition. Pro Tip 2/3Positive Connotation 'Artsy' often carries a positive tone of admiration or appreciation. He won the award because the judges found his design remarkably artsy. Pro Tip 3/3Casual Use Best used in informal contexts; it might sound too casual for formal writings. His artsy attitude fits right in at our laid-back college campus.