Synonyms of flaky

flaky

adjective

ˈflā-kē 

variants also flakey

as in brittle

having a texture that readily breaks into little pieces under pressure

a tender but flaky crust on the pastry

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of flaky

Daytime items include lofty scones with a side of clotted cream and seasonal jam, flaky sausage rolls hefty with Beads & Barnett pork, and egg soldiers served with streaky bacon. — The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026

So light, given the heft of the bundle, and flaky, and fragrant with the specific richness of lard. — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 23 Aug. 2026

But all of that doesn’t mean you’re doomed to struggle with an itchy, flaky scalp for the rest of your life. — Ayren Jackson-Cannady, Allure, 20 Aug. 2026

While making croissants, Halytskyi accidentally made the flaky pastry much larger than anticipated. — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 19 Aug. 2026