chunky

American  

[chuhng-kee] / ˈtʃʌŋ ki /

adjective

chunkier, chunkiest

1. thick or stout; stocky.

2. in chunks. chunk.

3. full of chunks; chunk; coarse.

   chunky peanut butter; The soup was so chunky it was almost a stew.

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chunky British  

/ ˈtʃʌŋkɪ /

adjective

1. thick and short

2. consisting of or containing thick pieces

   chunky dog food

3. (of clothes, esp knitwear) made of thick bulky material

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Other Word Forms

• chunkily adverb
• chunkiness noun

Etymology

Origin of chunky

An Americanism dating back to 1745–55; chunk ¹ + -y ¹

Example Sentences

Maximalism was a clear theme in the upcoming season's shows - it was all about voluminous dresses and skirts, luxurious fabrics and chunky jewellery.

From BBC

Maybe you asked it for an essay structure to help answer a tricky question, provide an insightful analysis of a chunky data set, or to check if your cover letter matches the job description.

From BBC

The company said the shoes—a chunky mule and sneaker, respectively—have bright orange foam nodes on their soles that sharpen the wearer’s senses, potentially increasing focus.

From The Wall Street Journal

She had this incredibly long, square, chunky French tip manicure, and she’d talk with her hands.

From Los Angeles Times

It was big and chunky — because she would always forget her makeup whenever we were flying on the plane or whatever.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• chubby
• stocky
• stout