STARCHY Synonyms: 34 Similar and Opposite Words

starchy

adjective

ˈstär-chē

Definition of starchy

as in formal

marked by or showing careful attention to set forms and details a starchy and demanding teacher

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Recent Examples of starchy But not all vegetables behave the same way in the body, and starchy ones need to be approached differently than leafy or non-starchy options. — Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 28 May 2026 Avoid adding oil to water; instead, stir occasionally and reserve 1 cup of starchy water for sauce. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026 Dirty Rice is a creamy, starchy, sweet skin scent with some oomph from vetiver and animalic musk to add a sensual, addictive element to the mixture. — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 17 June 2026 The meaty, starchy bromides of British cooking were a part of Price’s life even after moving with her parents to Los Angeles at an early age. — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 21 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for starchy

Recent Examples of Synonyms for starchy

Adjective

Fireworks from formal rocket shows to impromptu street celebrations can create extremely unhealthy air quality, sometimes rivaling what comes from wildfires.

— Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 4 July 2026
The impression was bolstered Friday afternoon when dozens of A-list celebrities were seen heading into the venue in formal wear, from Karlie Kloss and Hugh Grant to Jason Sudeikis and Chris Jones.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2026

Definition of formal

Adjective

Quince This matching set feels especially nice on warm nights, thanks to its naturally cooling bamboo viscose material.

— Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026
Worth checking out The Nest Fragrances Reed Diffuser will keep your bathroom smelling nice with 21 lush scents, including lemon and mint, apricot tea, ginger and vanilla bean, ocean mist and sea salt, grapefruit and more.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 6 July 2026

Definition of nice

Adjective

How to Restore Absorbency to Towels To restore absorbency to stiff towels, Sokolowski recommends performing a deep clean.

— Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 30 June 2026
Vigorously whisk remaining 1 cup of cream with powdered sugar in a large bowl until medium-stiff peaks form, 2 to 3 minutes.

— Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 30 June 2026

Definition of stiff

Adjective

It is celebrated with a ceremonious parade that features a cavalcade of men dressed in Roman soldier costumes, evoking a sense of solemn thanksgiving and spiritual devotion.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
The ones named Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion by the judges make a ceremonious visit at the end of the day to the Brown Palace Hotel and Spa in downtown Denver.

— Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 21 Jan. 2026

Definition of ceremonious

Adjective

Jevremovic sued him for defamation in December but a judge threw out the case, citing that it hadn’t been filed in the correct jurisdiction.

— Mattha Busby, Rolling Stone, 3 July 2026
Croatia still furious Despite the correct decision being made, Croatia manager Zlatko Dalić was far from happy, saying VAR had ruined the spirit of the game.

— Ben Church, CNN Money, 3 July 2026