Synonyms of chewed

chewed

verb

past tense of chew

as in masticated

to crush or grind with the teeth

please chew your food thoroughly so you don't choke

Synonyms & Similar Words

• masticated
• ate
• nibbled
• chawed
• gnawed (on)
• consumed
• crunched (on)
• munched
• chomped (on)
• swallowed
• bit (on)
• champed
• snacked
• ruminated
• devoured
• ingested
• sank one's teeth into
• scoffed
• picked (at)
• gulped
• scarfed
• wolfed
• noshed
• mumbled
• gobbled (up or down)
• gorged
• pecked (at)
• gummed
• bolted
• nipped

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of chewed

Walker wore his Cardinals hat backward, chewed a big wad of bubble gum and reveled afterward in flashing his imitation Liberty Bell bling, the champions chain presented by Ryan Howard. — Dan Gelston, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026

Walker chewed a big wad of bubble gum and wore his cap backward just like Hall of Famer and Derby great Ken Griffey Jr. — CBS News, 14 July 2026

Walker chewed a big wad of bubble gum and wore his cap backward just like Hall of Famer and derby great Ken Griffey Jr. — Dan Gelston, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026

As a fast-moving fire chewed dry brush dangerously close to homes in Sorrento Valley last month, the sighting of a small drone flying in the airspace forced all firefighting aircraft to immediately leave the area. — Sydney Brammer, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 July 2026

This vicious machine chewed him up and spit him out in predictable fashion. — Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2026

The lead head had been chewed loose and now, on an exceptionally tough bass, the front hook broke off. — Hank Bradshaw, Outdoor Life, 24 June 2026

This damage can appear as small holes or areas that look chewed and have saliva present. — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 21 June 2026

Federal customs officials at Washington Dulles Airport seized 139 pounds of Ethiopian khat, a plant chewed for its amphetamine-like effect, that was destined for Sacramento. — Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 18 June 2026