cheesy

adjective

ˈchē-zē 

cheesier; cheesiest

1

a

: resembling or suggesting cheese especially in consistency or odor

b

: containing cheese

2

: shabby sense 3c, cheap

a cheesy movie

cheesy motels

cheesiness noun

Synonyms

• inappropriate
• tacky
• unsuitable
• trashy
• incorrect
• wrong
• tasteless
• unfashionable
• cheap
• inelegant

Examples of cheesy in a Sentence

cheesy plastic knickknacks lined the fireplace mantel

a cheesy watch that he bought from a sidewalk vendor preying on tourists

Recent Examples on the Web

Creamy, rich and cheesy, this Southwestern take on a chicken casserole is loaded with flavor and still ready in just under an hour. —Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2025

Every bite hits that perfect mix of creamy, cheesy, and just a touch of crunch. —Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2025

Fresh salads and pesto garlic cheesy bread are on the menu, as are brownies and s’mores pies for dessert. —Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 21 Oct. 2025

Or, go for a cordial, which layers meats, cheese, lettuce and tomato between cheesy bread. —Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 21 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for cheesy

• breezy
• easy
• queasy
• sleazy
• wheezy
• marchese
• speakeasy
• uneasy

Kids Definition

cheesy

adjective

ˈchē-zē 

cheesier; cheesiest

1

a

: resembling or suggesting cheese

b

: containing cheese

2

: cheap sense 3a

a cheesy movie

cheesiness noun

Medical Definition

cheesy

adjective

ˈchē-zē 

cheesier; cheesiest

: resembling cheese in consistency

cheesy lesions

a cheesy discharge