melty

adjective

ˈmel-tē 

meltier; meltiest

1

: having a tendency to melt or dissolve easily

You can enjoy the dish in a variety of ways … But most of us prefer the classic version, made with ham and a melty cheese like Emmentaler or Gruyère.

—Adam H. Graham

I added some butter and garlic to my biggest frying pan, a couple of tortillas and my meltiest cheese …

—Audria Ruscitti

The warm chocolate cake has a melty fudge filling and is topped with creamy vanilla ice cream.

—Robin Swartz

Cadbury has advised that people should store its products in a cool place, but not in the refrigerator. Instead, keep it housed in a cupboard and away from sunlight, for a smoother and meltier texture.

—Sian Filcher

2

: hot sense 1a

The melty times of late have created slightly less than perfect conditions at many area ski hills …

—The Missoula (Montana) Independent

There's a reason it feels so melty. Tropical Storm Cindy has whisked away all the moisture and clouds, leaving a dry heat to fall like a wave upon Southwest Florida.

—Cory Schouten

3

: feeling, showing, or inspiring emotional tenderness : sentimental

… [Dean] Martin could croon a mighty melty love song …

—David Elliott

Many a study has been conducted on why people go all melty at the sight of helpless, saucer-eyed infants, some suggesting that evolution has hard-wired us that way to ensure continuation of the species.

—Kristin Tillotson

No, what made Peter gorgeous was Peter. His languid movements; his gentleness with animals and respect for them; the way his melty, dark eyes crinkled at the corners when he smiled …

—Lauren St. John

Examples of melty in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This Bella Basics Sandwich Maker ($5) can make that happen, creating delicious, melty snacks in a matter of minutes. —Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 20 May 2026

Kiko Milano Kajal also has a melty, smudgy texture that will make achieving this look a cinch. —Loren Savini, Allure, 20 May 2026

The white breadcrumbs double as binder within this melty combo, and will help to make this dish disappear. —Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 15 May 2026

Scoop the melty mixture into a soft roll, then douse it all with fresh herb sauce. —Jed Portman, Midwest Living, 15 May 2026

Gruyère cheese can be replaced with other types of melty cheese. —The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026

This pre-grated cheese delivers a big hit of melty, Parmesan-like flavor. —Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 4 May 2026

The melty cheese and meat mixture on the inside contrasts with the crispy-form-the-grill exterior. —Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 May 2026

The burgers are made from wagyu beef or 80/20 beef with melty American cheese and secret sauce on a brioche bun. —Ella Gonzales march 12, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Mar. 2026

Word History

Etymology

melt entry 1 + -y entry 1

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined at sense 1