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

Mash the zucchini, garlic, and basil together with a fork into a rough, chunky puree. — ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026

The result is a chunky, deliberately warped proportion that reads equal parts fashion and sneaker culture. — Jeff Benjamin, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

With a refreshingly modern take on Scandi fashion, the brand, led by creative director Ditte Reffstrup and CEO Nicolaj Reffstrup, is known for its bold leopard prints; vibrant florals; poplin; oversized puff-sleeve dresses; and chunky footwear. — Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 5 Aug. 2026

While most of the onigiri in Japanese convenience stores and markets is designed for snacking, Choe’s onigiri are hulking, chunky rounded triangles of rice and filling that each weigh at least half a pound. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 3 Aug. 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