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

Recent Examples of Synonyms for whippy

Adjective

Some provide particularly strong medical and evacuation benefits, while others stand out for family coverage, flexible cancellation options or protection across multiple trips.

— Matt Richardson, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026
As the nanoparticles come together, the flexible connectors spontaneously reorganize to maximize bond stability.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of flexible

Adjective

The 501 Original is defined by its straight-leg silhouette and rigid, non-stretch denim.

— Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026
If he — or any center — is sidelined for any stretch again, the Bulls will rely heavily on Smith as a stretch big man who can cover a lot of ground on both ends of the court.

— Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of stretch

Adjective

The Great Pacific Garbage Patch, where giant rotating ocean currents trap huge amounts plastic debris, seemed ideal.

— Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 5 Nov. 2026
The plastic components were also largely molded in Hungary, with specialist costume-effects makers developing the initial prototypes.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of plastic

Adjective

Their official debut, The Womack Sisters, brings analog warmth, tight three-part harmonies anchored by guitar and deep, rubbery basslines.

— Natelegé Whaley, VIBE.com, 3 Nov. 2026
Slithering for gut health With the snake inspiration in mind, the team built a soft, rubbery robot with a hollow body.

— Mack DeGeurin, Popular Science, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of rubbery

Adjective

The springy, Pepto pink jelly spreads easily on the skin and sinks in instantly, so no sticky or tacky feel.

— Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 26 Oct. 2026
And then there’s Shapira, a springy 45-year-old with ice-blue eyes, who believes much about his drone company, Xtend, has been misunderstood.

— Margaux MacColl, Vanity Fair, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of springy

Adjective

The measurements will help physicists assess plasma stability, validate computer models, and choose the resilient materials required for the world’s next generation of pilot plants.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2026
For retailers and brands, Visa’s insights signal a need to balance compelling value propositions with strategic inventory positioning to capture both resilient high-income spenders and budget-conscious shoppers.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of resilient

Adjective

New to Quince, these cropped wide-leg pants feature wrinkle-free, ultra-stretchy ponte fabric for all-day comfort.

— Kaitlin Gates, InStyle, 5 Nov. 2026
This is thanks to their surpisingly stretchy fabric blend that looks like classic denim but feels far more forgiving.

— Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of stretchy

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