MUSHY Synonyms: 111 Similar and Opposite Words

mushy

adjective

ˈmə-shē

Definition of mushy

as in sentimental

appealing to the emotions in an obvious and tiresome way a mushy love story

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as in soft

giving easily to the touch mushy fruit that was obviously overripe

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Recent Examples of mushy This is partly because DeGette is not exactly a mushy moderate. — Elaine Godfrey, The Atlantic, 1 July 2026 The lightning-fast process leeches out flavor and compromises textures, and can produce bland, mushy results. — Emily Saladino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 June 2026 Avoid microwaving, which can make the berries mushy. — Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 12 June 2026 Even the blend of regen and real braking feels mushy, making pressure modulation difficult. — Adam Ismail, The Drive, 11 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for mushy

Recent Examples of Synonyms for mushy

Adjective

There’s too much family trauma to make this a sentimental reunion.

— Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
In astrology, Cancer is known for its deeply protective instincts, sentimental nature and emotional attachment to memory.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026

Definition of sentimental

Adjective

For decades, the Mexican government has tried building bridges, a soft-power initiative known as acercamiento — or coming together — with its rising global diaspora.

— Alfredo Corchado, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026
Rather than using her robust vocals, Jihyo wanted to complement Shenseea’s, opting for a softer, more soulful tone.

— Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026

Definition of soft

Adjective

What left me feeling more sticky-fingered were the gorgeous (and authentic) Asian artifacts that were placed throughout the room.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026
To overcome the water’s sticky surface tension, the engineers discovered the robot must approach the surface at a steep 70-degree pitch.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 July 2026

Definition of sticky

Adjective

So pack that sunscreen, toss a floppy hat into your weekend bag, and get ready to sip fruity drinks with tiny umbrellas.

— Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026
Dogs of all shapes and sizes entered the gates of Citi Field Thursday night with wagging tails, floppy ears and plenty of Mets gear.

— Christina Cardona, USA Today, 26 June 2026

Definition of floppy

Adjective

Lime clasts are tiny white chunks of limestone that were previously mistaken for evidence of sloppy mixing.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 July 2026
The Americans played sloppy and ugly soccer in the first half, and Belgium overwhelmed the home side.

— Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 8 July 2026

Definition of sloppy

Adjective

Earlier movie versions have managed the story’s most frightening moments with the limited technology available at the time—much plastic and spongy stuff; monsters in process shots looming over little men; papier-mâché boulders flung from hilltops.

— David Denby, New Yorker, 21 June 2026
The savory crepe, wrapped in paper, is a walkable handheld, its delicate, lightly spongy batter of mung bean flower fused with an egg that’s cracked on top, then spread, ensuring both come in every delicious bite.

— Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 May 2026

Definition of spongy

Adjective

And thirdly, the confidence Harley has in its 2026 bikes to facilitate such a thing, and on a wet racetrack no less, is quite frankly amazing.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 July 2026
Typically, El Niño is associated with wetter-than-normal conditions during the winter in Southern California.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026

Definition of wet

Adjective

The wildly popular NeeDoh squishy cubes are often the go-to toy for the trend, despite warnings against heating them on the box.

— Cara Lynn Shultz, PEOPLE, 8 July 2026
There’s the initial crunch, then your teeth sink into a wonderfully soft and squishy focaccia.

— Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026

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