baggy

adjective

bag·​gy ˈba-gē 

baggier; baggiest

1

: loose, puffed out, or hanging like a bag

baggy trousers

2

: loosely constructed and inflated with inessential elements

a baggy novel

baggily

ˈba-gə-lē 

adverb

bagginess

ˈba-gē-nəs 

noun

Examples of baggy in a Sentence

These pants are too baggy at the knees.

Recent Examples on the Web

They’re fitted through the waist and thigh, before relaxing into the perfect slouchy, baggy fit. — Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2026

On September 7, the former first daughter—whose parents are Michelle and former President Barack Obama—leaned into her reputation as a Gen Z trendsetter by pairing a skin-baring top and baggy jeans with a bold beauty moment. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 8 Sep. 2026

No need to worry about adding structure to your outfit; the combination of baggy jeans and the sharpness of your heels will naturally create a balanced uniform. — India Roby, Glamour, 31 Aug. 2026

Featuring a relaxed fit and low-rise waist, these baggy jorts cover the knees and are made to go with anything. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1743, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for baggy

• aggie
• craggy
• flaggy
• scraggy
• shaggy

Kids Definition

baggy

adjective

bag·​gy ˈbag-ē 

baggier; baggiest

: loose, puffed out, or hanging like a bag

baggy pants

baggily

ˈbag-ə-lē 

adverb

bagginess

ˈbag-ē-nəs 

noun