SQUOOSHY Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

squooshy

adjective

ˈskwu̇-shē

Definition of squooshy

as in soft

giving easily to the touch a toddler clutching a squooshy teddy bear

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Recent Examples of squooshy Target has a squooshy blanket that’s modestly priced and comes in dark green, blush or gray, as well as a Made by Design sweater-fleece blanket in heathered gray or navy. — Washington Post, 24 Dec. 2019

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Paris Baguette serves sweet and savory pastries, wraps, breakfast sandwiches and cakes, including chocolate hazelnut with Nutella, a chocolate mousse, salted caramel layer cake, a blueberry chiffon cake and a strawberry soft cream cake.

— Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Sep. 2026
For those not quite ready to descend immediately into oxbloods, blacks, and vampy winter tones, taupe offers a softer way in.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of soft

Adjective

Mushy yellow leaves, squishy brown roots, and wet potting mix that won’t dry out are all signs something is wrong.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 23 Sep. 2026
Now, researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have translated that exact squishy, decentralized magic into a microscopic computing innovation.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of squishy

Adjective

Adding a thin layer of organic compost can help break down thatch, a spongy layer of dead and living organic matter that exceeds 1/2-inch thick between the green grass and the soil.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2026
Spongy Olives Olives that become spongy or develop pink or red tinges are spoiled.

— Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of spongy

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The apple pieces cook up nice and tender without becoming mushy, adding bright and tart pops of fresh fruit flavor throughout the scone.

— Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 15 Sep. 2026
Choose grapes that are firm, plump, mold-free, and attached to fresh stems; avoid mushy, wrinkled, or brown grapes.

— Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Sep. 2026

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