mushy

adjective

ˈmə-shē 

especially in sense 2 also ˈmu̇-

mushier; mushiest

1

a

: having the consistency of mush : soft

b

: lacking in definition or precision

2

: excessively tender or emotional

especially : exhibiting overly sweet or sappy romantic feelings

mushily

ˈmə-shə-lē 

ˈmu̇-

adverb

mushiness

ˈmə-shē-nəs 

ˈmu̇-

noun

Synonyms of mushy

• sentimental
• sticky
• sloppy
• fuzzy
• gooey

Examples of mushy in a Sentence

mushy fruit that was obviously overripe

Recent Examples on the Web

Skip soft sandwich bread, which can turn mushy once the broth goes in. — Victoria Granof, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Nov. 2026

Noodles left sitting in the soup pot swell and soak up the liquid, turning the pasta mushy. — Danielle Bouchard, Martha Stewart, 24 Oct. 2026

To ensure your veggies don’t get mushy, vegetables that take longer to cook should go in first. — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2026

Choose grapes that are firm, plump, mold-free, and attached to fresh stems; avoid mushy, wrinkled, or brown grapes. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for mushy

• brushy
• slushy