Synonyms of crispy

crispy

adjective

ˈkri-spē 

as in crisp

having a texture that readily breaks into little pieces under pressure

the crispy potato chips snapped satisfyingly in my mouth

Synonyms & Similar Words

• crisp
• brittle
• crisped
• flaky
• crumbly
• short
• friable
• fragile
• crunchy
• brickle
• embrittled
• crusty
• delicate
• crackly
• breakable
• crispened

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• elastic
• flexible
• resilient
• pliable
• strong
• pliant
• sturdy
• tough

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of crispy

Try the crispy chicken sandwich and sweet potato waffle fries. — Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 17 June 2026

Meanwhile, The Canteen is the town’s (dog-friendly) haven for lobster rolls, crispy Brussels sprouts, and a cold drink, best enjoyed in the beachside backyard. — Cameron Sperance, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2026

José Alarcón, owner of Centro restaurant and the bakery-cafe and market Vivir in Minneapolis, shares his recipe for crispy fish tacos. — Hannah Agran, Midwest Living, 16 June 2026

The event features unlimited pepperoni and cheese pizza, smashed burger sliders, crispy chicken bites, garlic butter pretzel sticks, fries and fruit, and winners can win free Dave & Buster's gameplay for a year. — Finch Walker, USA Today, 15 June 2026