chunkier; chunkiest
Synonyms of chunkynext
1
a
: heavy, solid, and thick or bulky
a chunky sweater
chunky bracelets
especially : stocky
an athlete with a chunky build
b
2
: filled with chunks
chunky peanut butter
chunkily adverb

Examples of chunky in a Sentence

The shoes have chunky heels. an athlete with a chunky build
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On the flip side are technical shoes, those grippy, trail-friendly models which have a chunkier Dad-esque design with bold details. Lucrezia Malavolta, Vogue, 21 Feb. 2026 Coats and Outerwear Puffer jackets, parkas, chunky sweaters, and scarves need a lot of care. Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Feb. 2026 Whether for a weeknight dinner or potluck, this chunky slow-cooker soup is still full of protein even without any meat. Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026 The Only Murders in the Building star accessorized with chunky gold hoops and a sleek lob, while her makeup consisted of glittery white eyeshadow, mauve blush, and a glossy pout. Hannah Malach, InStyle, 20 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for chunky

Word History

First Known Use

1733, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of chunky was in 1733

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“Chunky.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chunky. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.

Kids Definition

chunky

adjective
chunkier; chunkiest
1
2
: full of chunks
chunky peanut butter

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