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 trailer shows the character scanning items out at checkout via a chunky-looking ‘90s desktop computer before heading over to a popcorn machine and loading it up for a person waiting in line. —Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 19 Mar. 2026

For the event, the actor wore her hair in long, textured braids that incorporated multiple shades of blonde and brunette hues, including some very bright, chunky highlights woven throughout. —Kara Nesvig, Allure, 17 Mar. 2026

There’s nothing quite like packing away chunky sweaters and welcoming lighter pieces in their place. —Gma Team, ABC News, 17 Mar. 2026

Get vacation-ready with Agua by Agua Bendita’s cutout poplin midi, styled with Gianvito Rossi’s chunky clog sandals and Staud’s beaded tote. —Laura Jackson, Vogue, 17 Mar. 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