Synonyms for Chunky
Definition of chunky
adjective
- like or containing small sticky lumps; "the dumplings were chunky pieces of uncooked dough"
- short and thick; as e.g. having short legs and heavy musculature; "some people seem born to be square and chunky"; "a dumpy little dumpling of a woman"; "dachshunds are long lowset dogs with drooping ears"; "a little church with a squat tower"; "a squatty red smokestack"; "a stumpy ungainly figure"
7 synonyms found
Writing tips for "chunky"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like dumpy, lumpy, short can replace "chunky" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 7 alternatives available, "chunky" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Chunky" in song lyrics
See how chunky is used in real songs:
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"Cause they crush balls, I like 'em chunky"
Choppa f/ Master P — Choppa Style -
"Lyrics intoxicated so my style is drunk chunky"
Dr. Dre & Ed Lover f/ Lords of the Underground — East Coast Sound -
"My pockets stay lumpy, cookies stay chunky"
Esham — Mommy