CRISPENED Synonyms: 25 Similar and Opposite Words

crispened

adjective

as in crunchy

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Adjective

Every mouthful has crunchy, tangy, creamy and spicy flavors without one overpowering the other.

— Justin Brown, AJC.com, 20 Sep. 2026
This recipe uses some of the brightest autumnal flavors to create a slaw that’s savory, crunchy, and always a crowd pleaser.

— Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of crunchy

Adjective

For crusty bread, unwrap the loaf and pop it back into the oven for another 3 to 5 minutes, or until the crust is nicely crisped.

— Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Sep. 2026
My pungent plateful grew in strength from tomme to Shropshire blue, accompanied by crusty bread, fruit and nuts.

— Adrienne Wyper, TheWeek, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of crusty

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Via Pignasecca 17 Pioneering, award-winning pizzaiolo Ciro Salvo is known for his particularly digestible dough, which is lighter and crispier than the norm, thanks to the higher percentage of water to flour.

— Nicky Swallow, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Sep. 2026
Chicken specialists like Chick-fil-A, Popeyes and Raising Cane's already hand-bread or batter their chicken for a crispier exterior and better taste.

— Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of crispy

Adjective

Keep scrolling for six more of my cashmere sweater finds including a short-sleeve option for under $60.

— Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2026
Moreover, the short extension of the trade armistice only underscores its fragility; Beijing is still squeezing flows of rare earths to extract concessions from the US and coerce its allies, including Japan.

— Andy Browne, semafor.com, 26 Sep. 2026

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The pastry is a light and airy conveyance to the unctuous, creamy foie within, while the crackly layer of flour, sugar, and butter that crowns each treat lands a contrasting crunch.

— The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026
Kath bars have a soft and chewy center with a crackly crust on top—think of them as similar to a blondie, but with a rich, caramel-like sweetness from the dates.

— Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 July 2026

Definition of crackly

Adjective

From carne asada and crispy pork carnitas to easy chicken tacos, flaky fish, and plenty of vegetarian options, these taco recipes cover quick weeknight dinners, easy breakfast options, and more ambitious weekend projects, too.

— Emma Laperruque, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Sep. 2026
Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top and serve extra cheese on the side.

— Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of flaky

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