MEALYMOUTHED Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

mealymouthed

adjective

ˈmē-lē-ˌmau̇t͟hd

Definition of mealymouthed

as in double

not being or expressing what one appears to be or express a mealymouthed compliment from a jealous competitor

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Recent Examples of mealymouthed The problem is that fears of getting yelled at on social media lead to the kind of mealymouthed compromise no one wants. — Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 21 Mar. 2025 But that word can be a mealymouthed way to describe housing that is still out of reach for low-income New Yorkers, and Won knows that better than most. — Curbed, 23 Nov. 2022 But Roman, so often indecisive and mealymouthed, calmly insists that there’s no need to worry about those things. — Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 7 Oct. 2019

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Adjective

By refining double magnetic resonance for a single atom, the team demonstrated a way to address these different magnetic components independently.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 28 Oct. 2026
Jackson Chourio had a single and double, improving to 10 for 20 in the Series.

— Ronald Blum, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of double

Adjective

In episode 4, Noah made up an elaborate ruse involving a fake friend’s wedding in Napa — a means of getting Joanne to wine country for a romantic weekend.

— Julia Moore, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2026
The two fans came with their own props even though fake mustaches were given to fans at the entry gates.

— Armando L. Sanchez, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of fake

Adjective

However, royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams told Fox News Digital that Harry's willingness to publicly discuss his strained family relationships only makes the royals more reluctant to extend an olive branch.

— Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2026
Other governments around the world are also feeling pressure because of high debt loads and strained budgets, including the United States.

— Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of strained

Adjective

Likewise, lip masks designed to be worn overnight can provide improved hydration and comfort over daytime treatments.

— Caroline Reilly, Forbes.com, 25 Mar. 2026
On the opposite end of the spectrum, Tatianna points to cinnamon as a conductor of heat—one commonly used in lip plumper products to achieve a sultry pout.

— Essence, Essence, 23 Nov. 2025

Definition of lip

Adjective

The singer wore a sharp, black wool palladium tuxedo jacket featuring a long, relaxed double-breasted silhouette with hollow shoulder construction and peak lapels.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2026
The turbine also incorporates hollow superalloy blades designed to withstand high operating temperatures.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of hollow

Adjective

Note that cold temperatures can dull the flavor and make the tomatoes slightly mealy, so try to use them within a few days when possible.

— Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 20 Aug. 2026
Cold temperatures kill the flavor and cause tomatoes to develop a mealy texture.

— Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of mealy

Adjective

Only days earlier, Mays had given what could be perceived as a backhanded compliment.

— Jenelle Riley, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026
After corralling a loose puck along the boards, Hughes spun away from the blue line to keep the play onside, then feathered a backhanded pass into open ice with just the right amount of touch to set up Nico Sturm for a goal that tied the game.

— Dane Mizutani, Twin Cities, 12 May 2026

Definition of backhanded

Adjective

The fine was controversial to begin with, as fans and pundits pointed out the NFL’s business with beer sponsors such as Bud Light and called the sensitivity over the celebration hypocritical.

— Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Oct. 2026
In his appeal, Juszczyk also argued that fining players for pretending to drink beer was hypocritical given the NFL’s beer sponsorships.

— Rick Maese, Washington Post, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of hypocritical

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