WHIPPY Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

whippy

adjective

ˈ(h)wi-pē

Definition of whippy

as in flexible

able to revert to original size and shape after being stretched, squeezed, or twisted the whippy branches of a weeping willow

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Recent Examples of whippy Beware of the whippy nature of commodities markets! — Jill Schlesinger, Mercury News, 16 Feb. 2026 Hagens has moved up to a 70 flex on his Bauer stick — still whippy, but better aligned with the muscle he’s added. — Fluto Shinzawa, New York Times, 27 Jan. 2026 The Butterfly Jig was invented in Japan, where anglers delivered them on light, whippy rods made of carbon fiber that had incredible backbone. — Joe Cermele, Field & Stream, 4 Jan. 2024 Diane brushed her yellow-blonde curls off her face, the thin, whippy flagpole in her hand. — Melissa Gira Grant, The New Republic, 4 Apr. 2023

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Adjective

Researchers developed the flexible material from cotton pulp cellulose, turning an abundant renewable material into an electrically conductive hydrogel.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 18 Aug. 2026
Abu Dhabi is not the Gulf’s biggest energy exporter, but ADNOC has emerged as one of its most flexible — thanks to geography, defense capabilities, and a willingness to take risks.

— Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of flexible

Adjective

Currently, this spandex is produced in South Korea, China, India and Turkey, and adding Brazil will provide a new Western Hemisphere sourcing option for these stretch fibers.

— Sarah Jones, Footwear News, 10 Aug. 2026
This pick stands out thanks to its non-stretch cotton fabric, which maintains its shape throughout the day.

— Jacquelyn McGilvray, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026

Definition of stretch

Adjective

According to police sources, some bodies laid in plastic bags on gurneys while others were on shelves alongside miscellaneous equipment like spray cans and cardboard boxes.

— Gregory Royal Pratt, Chicago Tribune, 15 Aug. 2026
Most vegetables can be stored in plastic bags in the refrigerator, with the exception of bulbs like onions and garlic, potatoes, and tomatoes.

— Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of plastic

Adjective

Forte has always had something of a cartoon-ready constitution, with his rubbery physicality and goofball charm.

— Justin Chang, New Yorker, 14 Aug. 2026
Marian Catholic President Michael Riordan said the school’s west gym flooded, after a rubbery material sealing the roof from rainfall came loose.

— Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of rubbery

Adjective

Pine trees coat the forest floor with mounds of flammable dead leaves that are springy underfoot but which can smolder long after a blaze.

— ABC News, ABC News, 31 July 2026
Transfer to the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown on top, the bread starts to pull away from the side, and the center is springy and set when pressed gently with your finger.

— Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 30 July 2026

Definition of springy

Adjective

Mice with activated Ddah1+ neurons were more resilient than mice without the neurons when exposed to a drug that caused overactivation of the sympathetic nervous system.

— Isabella Backman, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2026
Second-quarter results from Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd showed that demand remains resilient despite tariffs, geopolitical turmoil and higher energy costs, with both carriers benefiting from the increasing container prices.

— Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of resilient

Adjective

Ben Green’s thumping bass leads to huffy breathing, which leads to bone-snapping drum machine rhythms and an ectoplasmic elastic guitar riff.

— Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 12 Aug. 2026
The Gale Satin Mid-rise Bias Pants feature an elastic waistband for all-day comfort, a relaxed leg for freedom of movement, and a handful of moody colors to complement your fall wardrobe, like this chic merlot that could pass for designer.

— Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of elastic

Adjective

Made from lightweight, stretchy nylon and spandex fabric, it can be worn right out of your suitcase without having to break out a steamer.

— Mariette Williams, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2026
The Cotton Viscose Voile Smocked Peplum Top has been sitting in my cart for weeks, namely for its forgiving, stretchy fit and elegant puff sleeves.

— Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of stretchy

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