busty

adjective

ˈbə-stē How to pronounce busty (audio)
bustier; bustiest
Synonyms of bustynext
: having a large bust

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The photo features Loren giving the side eye to Mansfield who grin at the camera while wearing a rather busty dress. — Meg Walters, InStyle, 31 Jan. 2026 Rather, the best-selling eau inside this busty bottle speaks (and smells) for itself, with delectable notes of musky vanilla, amber, and petals. — Annie Blackman, Allure, 2 Dec. 2024 Some on social media criticized her braless, busty appearance as vulgar. — Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 22 Dec. 2025 Fortunately, more and more brands are catering to busty babes with super supportive and stylish bras that lift and flatter without compromising comfort. — Andrea Jordan, Glamour, 10 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for busty

Word History

First Known Use

1867, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of busty was in 1867

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