chunky

adjective

ˈchəŋ-kē 

chunkier; chunkiest

1

a

: heavy, solid, and thick or bulky

a chunky sweater

chunky bracelets

especially : stocky

an athlete with a chunky build

b

: plump, chubby

2

: filled with chunks

chunky peanut butter

chunkily

ˈchəŋ-kə-lē 

adverb

Synonyms of chunky

• thick
• lumpy
• nubby
• clumpy
• curdy
• nubbly

Examples of chunky in a Sentence

The shoes have chunky heels.

an athlete with a chunky build

Recent Examples on the Web

The Aoudad is a chunky animal, bigger than the average desert bighorn ram, though smaller than some North American wild sheep. — Jack O'Connor, Outdoor Life, 23 July 2026

Ross accessorized her look with a chunky, layered statement necklace in contrasting earthy tones. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 23 July 2026

The combination of the lift and the chunky tires means the Dune rides a full six inches higher than the standard Huracán for a total ride height of 11 inches. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 23 July 2026

Any casual shoe works with this look, from slim sneakers to chunky loafers or basic flip-flops. — Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 23 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1733, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for chunky

• funky
• hunky
• junkie
• monkey
• spunky

Kids Definition

chunky

adjective

ˈchəŋ-kē 

chunkier; chunkiest

1

a

: stocky

b

: plump entry 5

2

: full of chunks

chunky peanut butter