CHUNKY Synonyms: 108 Similar and Opposite Words

chunky

adjective

ˈchəŋ-kē

Definition of chunky

as in thick

having small pieces or lumps spread throughout chunky peanut butter adds an interesting layer of texture when paired with jelly

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smooth

as in stout

being compact and broad in build and often short in stature a chunky little toddler

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as in fat

having or being of relatively great depth or extent from one surface to its opposite a chunky piece of bread

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Recent Examples of chunky Additionally, Kidman sported a variety of gold jewelry, including a watch and a few chunky rings. — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2026 Beat on medium speed; the butter will go from chunky to pebbly to sandy, and then the mixture will ball up around the beaters. — ABC News, 3 Sep. 2026 Applied at Cart $80 Buy Now First up is Jammers – Style Crush, which is a unique mashup of a chunky loafer, mule, and fuzzy slipper. — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 2 Sep. 2026 Add sneakers for errands, loafers and a blazer for work, or boots and a chunky sweater for weekend plans. — Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for chunky

Recent Examples of Synonyms for chunky

Adjective

Among the most destructive munitions in Western military arsenals, an MK-84 explosion sends metal fragments in every direction for thousands of feet, can rip through metal and thick concrete, and often creates large craters in the earth.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 16 Sep. 2026
Opt in for thick, buttery Grandma pies for a true taste of Brooklyn.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of thick

Adjective

The Evans defense, which has been stout all season, forced a change of possession on five different Winter Park fourth-down plays inside the 20, as the Wildcats struggled in the red zone.

— Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Sep. 2026
Webb figures he's got the best of both worlds, having his play-calling mentor by his side and squaring off against defensive coordinator Vance Joseph and Denver's stout defense all summer.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of stout

Adjective

Whole-milk varieties contain more calories and fat – about 140 calories and 8 grams of fat per cup – while skim, 1% and 2% varieties generally contain less.

— Daryl Austin, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2026
How these birds could put on so much fat and still be healthy remains somewhat mysterious.

— Rivka Galchen, New Yorker, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of fat

Adjective

That’s a clear sign of just how timeless and sturdy his music is in a scene defined by constant turnover.

— Billboard Japan, Billboard, 18 Sep. 2026
Once your little one has graduated from the baby bath at around five months, this bath seat with a high backrest and sturdy design is the next step.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of sturdy

Adjective

This sofa, upholstered in a nubby textile, similar to boucle or chenille fabric, is a structured alternative to the boneless couches running amok on Amazon—but it’s designed to be just as comfortable.

— Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 Sep. 2026
Rigatoni is our shape of choice for this recipe—its wide opening captures the nubby bits of sausage while its ridges hold onto the light, almost-creamy sauce.

— Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of nubby

Adjective

Chipotle-Shrimp Tacos With Fennel and Beans Canned pinto beans hold their own next to the smoky, plump shrimp in these tacos.

— Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 17 Sep. 2026
Key Takeaways Fresh ginger should feel firm, with plump knobs and taut skin, while soft or moldy pieces should be avoided.

— Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of plump

Adjective

That includes the energy pumped out from the hearts of galaxies by feeding supermassive black holes, a type of cosmic feedback that smooths out clumpy cosmic matter lying outside galaxies.

— Robert Lea, Space.com, 10 Sep. 2026
The clam chowder is perfectly balanced and not at all clumpy or overly thickened, and the lobster roll is one of the best in all of Boston.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of clumpy

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