CHUNKY Synonyms: 108 Similar and Opposite Words

chunky

adjective

ˈchəŋ-kē

Definition of chunky

as in thick

having small pieces or lumps spread throughout chunky peanut butter adds an interesting layer of texture when paired with jelly

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smooth

as in stout

being compact and broad in build and often short in stature a chunky little toddler

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as in fat

having or being of relatively great depth or extent from one surface to its opposite a chunky piece of bread

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Recent Examples of chunky Skip the chunky platform styles in favor of soft leather, rounded toes, interesting textures in rich fall shades, and more relaxed takes on the classic penny loafer. — Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2026 For one, belts became a key statement piece — either big as with Celine or triple with Gucci — second only to the enduring charm of chunky jewelry and maxi sunglasses. — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026 Last Call Baking is a must-visit for any lover of laminated dough, giant brownie bricks, or chunky cookie energy. — Leslie Pariseau, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Oct. 2026 With boho chic making its grand return to the runways, the art of pairing a flowy floral dress and a chunky shoe is back in full force. — Catie Pusateri, Glamour, 12 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for chunky

Recent Examples of Synonyms for chunky

Adjective

That album, like the Dio Sabbath classics before it, was fine-tuned for metalhead appreciation, thick with crushing riffs and dramatic vocals.

— Brad Sanders, Pitchfork, 27 Oct. 2026
At just 70 micrometers thick, the artificial skin has an impressive resolution of 847 dots per inch (dpi), fine enough to detail individual fingerprint ridges.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of thick

Adjective

Phillips has also been stout against the run and a vocal leader his teammates praise.

— Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 21 Oct. 2026
Tennessee relied on a stout defense and the steady play of quarterback George MacIntyre to win their third straight game.

— Chantz Martin OutKick, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of stout

Adjective

When carb intake falls sharply, the liver turns fat into ketones, an alternative fuel for the brain and other tissues that may cause less metabolic stress.

— Rowan Jacobsen, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026
While typically flushed out within a day, a small amount can build up in fat tissue with daily exposure.

— Tracy Middleton, Allure, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of fat

Adjective

Denim is a sturdy cotton textile that is woven in a twill pattern, creating a distinctive diagonal rib on the fabric’s surface.

— Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Oct. 2026
Carrying a large pump spray bottle and a small, sturdy brush, Caitlin Abrams stood before two starkly contrasting graves in a modest cemetery in western Vermont.

— Kimberlee Kruesi, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of sturdy

Adjective

This sofa, upholstered in a nubby textile, similar to boucle or chenille fabric, is a structured alternative to the boneless couches running amok on Amazon—but it’s designed to be just as comfortable.

— Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 Sep. 2026
Rigatoni is our shape of choice for this recipe—its wide opening captures the nubby bits of sausage while its ridges hold onto the light, almost-creamy sauce.

— Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of nubby

Adjective

The even mixing of the isotopes suggests that it was formed from fine dust grains rather than clumpy, coarser material.

— Keith Cooper, Space.com, 27 Sep. 2026
The clam chowder is perfectly balanced and not at all clumpy or overly thickened, and the lobster roll is one of the best in all of Boston.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of clumpy

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