MUSHY Synonyms: 111 Similar and Opposite Words

mushy

adjective

ˈmə-shē

Definition of mushy next

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 Soups with pasta or rice can develop a mushy texture once frozen. —

Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 16 Mar. 2026 The shift away from prolonged breast-feeding and toward mushy baby food has led to smaller jaws with less room for the tongue. —

Gilad Edelman, The Atlantic, 15 Mar. 2026 White mushy larvae known as grubs are taking over Lincoln Square neighborhood parks just as warmer weather sets in — again. —

Laura Turbay, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026 Start checking the rice after about 15 minutes; the grains should be tender but not mushy, with a slightly firm center that doesn’t leave a chalky or bitty residue between your teeth after tasting. —

Carla Lalli Music, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mushy

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Welsh has a distinct desire to stay away from sappy and sentimental, too tidy for such a messy story.

— Courtney Crowder, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
In April, don’t miss the rollout of Mother’s Day cards, from funny and quirky to sweet and sentimental.

— Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026