starchy

adjective \ ˈstär-chē \

Definition of starchy

starchier; starchiest

1 :containing, consisting of, or resembling starch

starchy foods

2 :formal, stiff

a starchy lawyer

—

starchily

play \-chə-lē\ adverb

—

starchiness

play \-chē-nəs\ noun

See starchy defined for English-language learners

See starchy defined for kids

Examples of starchy in a Sentence

a starchy and demanding teacher

Recent Examples of starchy from the Web

Plus, the baked version is higher in starchy carbs, which studies show are worse for you than a bit of vegetable oil.

— cara rosenbloom, chicagotribune.com, "6 'healthy' foods that really aren't," 15 Aug. 2017
Alas, the Lobster Bisque ($17) that should have been redolent of the sea, good sherry and heavy cream, tasted merely like starchy lobster gravy, though the sweet lobster claw garnish provided some comfort.

— beth segal, cleveland.com, "Cru Uncorked: Almost very fine dining in Moreland Hills," 14 July 2017
This Thursday, July 13, is National French Fry Day, which means there's lots of starchy goodness to be had.

— chris morris, Fortune, "Here’s Where to Get Free Fries on National French Fry Day," 12 July 2017
McFadden's take is to sub in roasted cauliflower for half of the potatoes, which makes the whole affair lighter and less starchy.

— the washington post, OregonLive.com, "Lighten up summer potato salad with cauliflower and feta," 11 July 2017
Next is the endosperm, the large starchy portion that provides food for the new plant.

— bryant stamford, The Courier-Journal, "If you see 'whole wheat,' it's definitely healthy, right? Sorry, maybe not," 6 July 2017
Typical foods on a ketogenic diet include oils, butter, cream, nuts, non-starchy vegetables, high-fat meats, eggs, cheese and avocado.

— shanti lewis, baltimoresun.com, "Breaking down the ketogenic diet," 2 July 2017
One key recommendation states that a healthy eating pattern includes a variety of vegetables, including dark green, red and orange, legumes beans and peas, and starchy.

— darlene zimmerman, Detroit Free Press, "Southwest salad covers all vegetable groups," 1 July 2017
In the summer, a lot of us humans generally tend to eat less, or at least less starchy, filling food.

— amanda oppenheim, baltimoresun.com, "Summer is a great time to get healthy and enjoy yourself," 27 June 2017

These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'starchy.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

First Known Use of starchy

1633

starchy Synonyms

Synonyms

correct, decorous, formal, nice, proper, punctilious, ceremonious, stiff, stiff-necked, stilted

Antonyms

casual, easygoing, informal, laid-back, unceremonious

Related Words

sober, solemn, stately; chivalrous, courtly, gallant; genteel, polished, refined; civil, courteous, polite, red-carpet

Near Antonyms

improper, indecorous, unmannerly; discourteous, impolite, rude

STARCHY Defined for English Language Learners

starchy

adjective

Definition of starchy for English Language Learners

: containing, consisting of, or resembling starch
: very formal and serious in behavior

STARCHY Defined for Kids

starchy

adjective \ ˈstär-chē \

Definition of starchy for Students

starchier; starchiest

:like or containing starch

A potato is a starchy vegetable.

Medical Dictionary

starchy

adjective \ ˈstär-chē \

medical Definition of starchy

starchier; starchiest

:containing, consisting of, or resembling starch

starchy foods

Learn More about starchy

Thesaurus: All synonyms and antonyms for starchy Spanish Central: Translation of starchy Nglish: Translation of starchy for Spanish speakers

Seen and Heard

What made you want to look up starchy? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

show

starchy

Definition of starchy

starchily

starchiness

Read the Latest from M-W

Examples of starchy in a Sentence

Recent Examples of starchy from the Web

First Known Use of starchy

starchy Synonyms

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Words

Near Antonyms

STARCHY Defined for English Language Learners

starchy

Definition of starchy for English Language Learners

STARCHY Defined for Kids

starchy

Definition of starchy for Students

Medical Dictionary

starchy

medical Definition of starchy

Learn More about starchy

Seen and Heard

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Words at Play

Ask the Editors

Word Games

Learned Fools: On Names for Students

Trending: NY Times: Trump's Call Ignites 'Imbroglio'

The Exceptions Quiz III

17 English Words that Come From Japanese

Words of the Year: 1066