Synonyms of crunchy

crunchy

adjective

as in crisped

having a hard texture and making a loud sound when chewed or crushed; not soft or mushy

crunchy vegetables

crunchy snow

These cookies are very crunchy.

Related Words

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

Dissimilar Words

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of crunchy

Skin-On Proteins That crispy, golden chicken skin straight out of the oven—or crunchy cracklin’s clinging to tender pork belly—just can’t happen in a slow cooker. — Anne Wolf, Martha Stewart, 6 Sep. 2026

The steak was crisp and deeply browned on the outside, with a tender, savory center underneath, and the blanket of brown gravy softened the crunchy crust and added a rich, salty flavor without overpowering the meat. — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2026

In this preparation, they’re topped with a crunchy and tangy chow chow, a vinegary Southern relish of pickled vegetables. — Ryan McCarthy, Saveur, 2 Sep. 2026

Chips aren’t the only way to satisfy a craving for something crunchy. — Jennifer Berger, Verywell Health, 31 Aug. 2026