Synonyms of floppy

floppy

adjective

ˈflä-pē 

as in limp

not stiff in structure

my basset hound is always tripping over her long, floppy ears

Synonyms & Similar Words

• limp
• flaccid
• soft
• droopy
• lank
• yielding
• relaxed
• loose
• flabby
• delicate
• squashy
• mushy
• squishy
• flimsy
• flexible
• elastic
• stretchy
• insubstantial
• resilient
• springy
• pliant
• semisoft
• supple
• lax

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• rigid
• stiff
• sturdy
• inflexible
• strong
• solid
• resilient
• hard
• sound
• tense
• firm
• brittle
• substantial
• crisp
• dense
• compact
• indurated

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of floppy

The clothes are body-conscious—with the occasional nod to a floppy tradwife sleeve. — Robin Givhan, Vanity Fair, 19 Aug. 2026

Lu, who has protuberant light brown eyes, small black ears and a floppy tongue, loves to snuggle with her four-legged foster siblings and stretch out in the sun, according to the contest website. — Suhauna Hussain, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026

The Abbott Elementary star recently shared an Instagram post detailing her recent travels — and among floppy hats and patterned dresses, one timeless style caught our eye. — Claire West, PEOPLE, 14 Aug. 2026

Rather than waiting until plants look weak or floppy, provide consistent nutrition throughout the growing season. — The Spruce, 13 Aug. 2026