as in largeness
the quality or state of being large in size
the box wasn't heavy, but its bulkiness made it awkward to carry
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of bulkiness
Its bulkiness could be seen as both a blessing and a curse, as much of the weight is concentrated in the base to prevent the monitor from tipping over.
—
Tony Hoffman, PC Magazine, 2 June 2026
Convenient and effective, at keeping your beverages cool, yes, but the worst part about most coolers is hands-down the bulkiness.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 May 2026
This clever design reduces the bulkiness of standard models and stays hidden under your clothing via different-sized inserts.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026
Remove bulkiness from thick hair by opting for a shaggy pixie.
—Audrey Noble, InStyle, 13 Jan. 2026
This waterproof jacket is insulated without the bulkiness of a puffer.
—Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 18 Dec. 2025
All of these things were done without the bulkiness or power requirements of a pump, which has been one of the drawbacks of other hydraulic haptic systems.
—New Atlas, 9 Oct. 2025
From seasonal accessories like lightweight jackets to cozy sweaters, fall wardrobes are versatile enough for plenty of style accents without the bulkiness of clothes for colder temperatures.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2025
That’s a lot of plastic — and a lot of daily annoyances revolving around the period products’ bulkiness, discomfort, and, on your heaviest flow days, an occasional inability to perform the duties in their job description.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Tony Hoffman, PC Magazine, 2 June 2026
Convenient and effective, at keeping your beverages cool, yes, but the worst part about most coolers is hands-down the bulkiness.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 May 2026
This clever design reduces the bulkiness of standard models and stays hidden under your clothing via different-sized inserts.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026
Remove bulkiness from thick hair by opting for a shaggy pixie.
—Audrey Noble, InStyle, 13 Jan. 2026
This waterproof jacket is insulated without the bulkiness of a puffer.
—Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 18 Dec. 2025
All of these things were done without the bulkiness or power requirements of a pump, which has been one of the drawbacks of other hydraulic haptic systems.
—New Atlas, 9 Oct. 2025
From seasonal accessories like lightweight jackets to cozy sweaters, fall wardrobes are versatile enough for plenty of style accents without the bulkiness of clothes for colder temperatures.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2025
That’s a lot of plastic — and a lot of daily annoyances revolving around the period products’ bulkiness, discomfort, and, on your heaviest flow days, an occasional inability to perform the duties in their job description.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bulkiness
Noun
-
There was a bigness to not just the melodies and choruses, but to the emotions being expressed.—
Brendan Hay,
SPIN,
13 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
The characters’ stick-figure proportions feel all the more glaring next to the complexity and generosity of Jud, whose insistence on his innocence is clouded by the shadow of his guilty past.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
11 Dec. 2025
-
The National Commander of the Salvation Army told CBS News that historically, higher demand has often inspired greater generosity.—
Madisen Keavy,
CBS News,
10 Dec. 2025
Noun
-
The magnitude of his passing is of epic proportions, and beyond comprehension.—
Rachel DeSantis,
PEOPLE,
10 Dec. 2025
-
Jones said there is about a 5% chance after any earthquake that another one will follow nearby within a few days that is bigger in magnitude.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
9 Dec. 2025
Noun
-
Due to the abundance of moisture in the atmosphere, heat index values will approach 100° to 105° during the afternoon.—
Lauren Bostwick,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
-
And although coffee grounds contain very little caffeine, plants sensitive to caffeine could be negatively affected by an abundance of coffee grounds in the soil, Bradley warns.—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
10 June 2026
Noun
-
In spite of the grandness of the scale and the weight of the house — and Matthieu’s job, his first haute couture collection felt joyous, intimate, meaningful and extremely personal.—
Laure Guilbault,
Vogue,
27 Jan. 2026
-
At a time when Germany still had a monarchy, the grandness of the Reichstag’s design was intended to rival any structure the monarchy would build for itself.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
The scene afterward felt similar to the one in Las Vegas after the Avalanche were pushed out of the Stanley Cup Playoffs in a year that often felt earmarked for greatness.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
11 June 2026
-
But a great bar isn’t just about a great drink; some achieve greatness thanks to a strong point of view and sense of place.—
Mark DeJoy,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Bulkiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bulkiness. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
