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chunky

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈtʃʌŋki/

chunky means: Thick and solid, or containing noticeable pieces rather than being smooth.

adjective

THICK PIECESB2

Thick and solid, or containing noticeable pieces rather than being smooth.

  • I like chunky vegetable soup.
  • She wore a chunky wool sweater.
  • These boots have chunky heels.

Similar words: thick, bulky

Common phrases: chunky soup, chunky sweater, chunky chocolate

HEAVY BUILDC1

Having a thick, heavy body with extra fat.

  • He has a chunky build.
  • The portrait shows a chunky man in a suit.
  • Her chunky arms looked strong.

Similar words: stocky, plump, heavyset

Opposites: slim, thin

Common phrases: chunky build, chunky man, chunky legs

SOLID CAT BUILDC1

Describing a cat with a broad, strong, solid body.

  • This breed has a chunky body.
  • The chunky cat curled up beside me.
  • Judges admired the kitten’s chunky build and broad chest.

Similar words: stocky, solidly built

Opposites: slender

Common phrases: chunky cat, chunky body, chunky build

Questions about chunky

What does chunky mean?

Thick and solid, or containing noticeable pieces rather than being smooth.

What is chunky in other languages?

Türkçe: iri parçalı · Español: con trozos · Français: avec des morceaux · Deutsch: stückig · Italiano: a pezzi · 日本語: 具だくさんの

How do you pronounce chunky?

It is pronounced /ˈtʃʌŋki/.

How do you use chunky in a sentence?

I like chunky vegetable soup. She wore a chunky wool sweater.

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