droopier; droopiest
Synonyms of droopynext
1
: gloomy
2
: drooping or tending to droop

Examples of droopy in a Sentence

the droopy heads of tired fans riding home on the bus a droopy stalk of celery
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According to court documents, Price exhibited droopy eyes, slurred speech, and an emotionless demeanor, while Ramirez allegedly fled from the scene on a bicycle. Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026 Dry, crispy foliage or droopy leaves usually indicate that the plant needs more water. Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026 In classic fashion, my size-34D chest ended up looking flat and droopy, rather than lifted. Lily Wohlner, Allure, 24 Mar. 2026 As a result, what may seem like a routine beauty treatment — a few Botox injections — has left some patients with slurred speech, droopy eyelids and even breathing difficulties requiring respiratory support. Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for droopy

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of droopy was in the 13th century

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“Droopy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/droopy. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.

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