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 bottom is as grippy as can be, but the sole isn’t too chunky, which is ideal for trail running. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 23 Sep. 2026

The surfaces are clean, the proportions are deliberately chunky around the cargo area, and there isn't a fake air intake or angry-looking crease in sight. — New Atlas, 22 Sep. 2026

Instead of defaulting to the typical white or chunky sneaker that makes the rounds every season, Hadid opted for a gleaming pair of Puma Speedcats. — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 22 Sep. 2026

Meet the chunky contenders and learn how to vote for your favorites. — Mallorie Sullivan, USA Today, 22 Sep. 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