LUMPY Synonyms: 70 Similar and Opposite Words

lumpy

adjective

ˈləm-pē

Definition of lumpy

as in clumpy

having small pieces or lumps spread throughout the lumpy mashed potatoes were cold as well

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smooth

as in uneven

not having a level or smooth surface before painting, we had to sand the lumpy surface to make it smooth

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Recent Examples of lumpy Once dense and lumpy, the balm is now a silky and lush oil that melts away impurities while leaving my skin hydrated. — Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 30 June 2026 Cellulite is a skin condition in which fat collects in pockets under the skin and pushes up against it, making the skin's surface look lumpy or dimpled. — Rena Goldman, Health, 28 June 2026 What’s that soft, lumpy wormlike structure along the top and back of each testicle? — Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 25 June 2026 Massive, lumpy-looking hippos, who prefer to wallow or swim slowly in water pools, lakes, and rivers can run as fast as 25 km/h (about 70 meters in 10 seconds), a respectable sprinting speed not to be matched by most adults trying to outrun an enraged animal. — Literary Hub, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for lumpy

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Adjective

Just be careful not to add water, since even tiny amounts can cause melted chocolate to turn into a grainy, clumpy mess.

— Daryl Austin, USA Today, 27 June 2026
Using a vegetable peeler, shave a modest amount of Parmesan onto a plate (a mound of grated Parmesan may look impressive, but all that clumpy cheese mutes the dressing).

— Sue Li, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 June 2026

Definition of clumpy

Adjective

Bohm has endured an uneven campaign, showcasing both encouraging offense and periods of struggle, raising concerns about his viability in a contract year.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026
Fans of celebrity bald eagle Jackie are again grappling with troubling news about her health, the latest downturn in an uneven recovery since her rescue near Big Bear Lake last month.

— Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of uneven

Adjective

The images her sister captured after the strike show the trajectory of the projectile, which ripped through floor after floor, and left a gaping hole covered in a thick layer of white dust.

— Ava Bambuck, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026
Spread the vanilla Greek yogurt into an even layer, about ½ inch thick.

— Sharon Lawson, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of thick

Adjective

But a little more than a minute after launch, the shuttle exploded, sending jagged plumes across the sky creating an image that would be seared into collective memory.

— Tracy Grant, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Aug. 2026
Unlike oyster mushrooms, however, hen of the woods have a darker brown hue and the edges of the mushrooms are more scalloped and jagged than rounded.

— Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of jagged

Adjective

Among them was Melinda Fischer, a middle-aged woman who sometimes wore a chunky beaded necklace and cat-eye glasses.

— Zander Sherman, Rolling Stone, 7 Aug. 2026
Kate wore a plunging blazer as a dress, pairing the double-breasted piece with a chainlink necklace, chunky gold hoops, and oversized frames.

— Hannah Malach, InStyle, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of chunky

Adjective

The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives has had a rough year, and in a cynical way, that makes for great TV.

— Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 7 Aug. 2026
When the economy hits rougher patches, employers curtail hiring or tend to favor experienced workers, businesses lean more on technology to fill any labor gaps, and some consumers pull back on discretionary spending.

— Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of rough

Adjective

Those loops create a soft, nubby surface that feels plush and looks dimensional from a distance.

— Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026
Inside, there’s a unique two-tone color split for throne-like front seats and rear jump seats, with standard Dinamica—akin to nubby Alcantara—dressing seat inserts and door trim.

— Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 12 June 2026

Definition of nubby

Adjective

The Fishlake National Forest blaze near Kanosh has surged to 165 square miles, with only 19% contained, forcing evacuations, destroying structures and drawing more than 600 firefighters into rugged terrain.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 Aug. 2026
On June 27, members of the Rifle Interagency Helitack Crew spent the morning working on two fires burning in rugged red rock country on the Colorado-Utah border.

— Murphy Woodhouse, NPR, 7 Aug. 2026

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