earthier; earthiest
1
a
: of, relating to, or consisting of earth
earthy creatures like worms
b
: suggestive of earth (as in texture, odor, or color)
an earthy yellow
c
: rough, coarse, or plain in taste
earthy flavors
2
3
: suggestive of plain or poor people or their ways: such as
a
: practical, down-to-earth
earthy problems of daily life
c
: plain and simple in style : unsophisticated
earthy peasant cookery
earthy decor
4
informal
: crunchy sense 2
Belly dance—big with earthy types in the '70s and early '80s—is once again hip …—
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earthiness
noun
Examples of earthy in a Sentence
a blend of earthy colors
The wine had an earthy flavor.
Critics were impressed by the movie's earthy realism.
food made with simple, earthy ingredients
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The relaxed linen texture keeps them looking elevated but still cozy, and the earthy tone ties the entire color palette together in such a soothing way.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026
The interiors are neutral, earthy-minimalist.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 May 2026
The linen fabric has been dyed through the label’s proprietary Tinto Terra technique, which utilizes natural clays to produce earthy, complex colors with reduced environmental impact.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 25 May 2026
The sculptural silhouette and earthy embellishments create an editorial, bohemian aesthetic that feels equal parts cultural homage and avant-garde styling statement.
—Larry Stansbury, InStyle, 25 May 2026
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Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026
The interiors are neutral, earthy-minimalist.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 May 2026
The linen fabric has been dyed through the label’s proprietary Tinto Terra technique, which utilizes natural clays to produce earthy, complex colors with reduced environmental impact.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 25 May 2026
The sculptural silhouette and earthy embellishments create an editorial, bohemian aesthetic that feels equal parts cultural homage and avant-garde styling statement.
—Larry Stansbury, InStyle, 25 May 2026
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“Earthy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/earthy. Accessed 28 May. 2026.
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earthier; earthiest
1
: consisting of or resembling earth
an earthy flavor
2
a
: suggestive of plain or poor people or their ways : practical sense 4, down-to-earth
earthy problems of everyday life
b
: not polite : crude
earthy humor
earthiness
noun
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