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

Other nostalgic looks included a daisy-print bikini paired with a denim skirt, chunky black platform sandals, and several shots of Kardashian’s evolving makeup looks, including her iconic smoky eye. — Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2026

That's roughly 34% off, which is a pretty chunky discount for a screen this size. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 17 Sep. 2026

The Princess of Wales paired the piece with dark-brown pumps by Gianvito Rossi and gold jewelry, which included a chunky link chain by Laura Lombardi and earrings by Cartier. — Madeline Dangmann, Glamour, 17 Sep. 2026

All eyes were on waistlines this season as designers sent models down runways in cummerbunds, scarves and chunky belts. — ABC News, 16 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