chunkier

IPA/ˈtʃʌŋ.ki/
IPA/ˈtʃʌŋ.ki/

chunkier — adjective

  • chunkierpositive
  • chunkierercomparative
  • chunkierestsuperlative

1. relating to clothing or accessories that feel noticeably heavy, solid, or made f

1.形容詞B1
釋義

relating to clothing or accessories that feel noticeably heavy, solid, or made from thick material — used when comparing one item with another, such as a wool sweater versus a thin cotton one, or a heavy bracelet versus a delicate chain.

例句

Walid's new wool sweater is much chunkier than the thin jumper he used to wear.

be + much chunkier + than [item]

Chiara chose a chunkier pair of hiking boots for the snowy mountain trail.

chunkier + noun phrase

同義詞
  • bulkier

    focuses on large size and taking up more space, while 'chunkier' emphasises solid thickness

  • heavier

    focuses on weight rather than thickness of material

  • thicker

    more general term for any object with greater distance between opposite sides

反義詞
  • thinner

    lighter material or smaller cross-section

  • finer

    delicate or slender, often of jewellery or knitwear

文法句型

be + chunkier + than

much chunkier

chunkier + noun

用法筆記

Commonly used with clothing items like sweaters, scarves, boots, and with jewellery such as necklaces, bracelets, or rings. Often implies a deliberate fashion choice toward bolder or more substantial accessories.

常見錯誤

❌This necklace is more chunky than that one.
✅This necklace is chunkier than that one.
💡The comparative of 'chunky' is 'chunkier', not 'more chunky', for most standard usage.

2. having a body shape that is short, broad, and solidly built — used especially wh

2.形容詞B1
釋義

having a body shape that is short, broad, and solidly built — used especially when comparing a person or animal to another that is taller or more slender.

例句

Gabriel looked chunkier than his older brother even though they weighed the same.

look + chunkier + than + noun

The village corgi appeared much chunkier after winter, its thick fur hiding its slim frame.

appear + much chunkier

同義詞
  • stockier

    more neutral and often considered less informal; emphasises sturdy structure

  • sturdier

    focuses on strength and solidness rather than overall shape

  • heavier

    directly about weight rather than body shape

反義詞
  • slimmer

    thinner, more slender physique

  • leaner

    less body mass, more athletic build

文法句型

be + chunkier + than

look + chunkier

appear + chunkier

用法筆記

Can describe both people and animals. More neutral than 'fatter' but still implies a sturdy, solid shape rather than slimness. Often used with animals that naturally have a stocky build, such as bulldogs or corgis.

常見錯誤

❌My sister is more chunky than me.
✅My sister is chunkier than me.
💡'Chunkier' is the standard comparative form; 'more chunky' is non-standard.

3. describing a food or mixture that contains solid pieces or small lumps rather th

3.形容詞B1
釋義

describing a food or mixture that contains solid pieces or small lumps rather than being smooth — used especially when comparing two versions of the same dish or product.

例句

Andrés prefers chunkier peanut butter with visible nut pieces mixed into the paste.

chunkier + noun (peanut butter)

Sade made her vegetable soup chunkier by adding big cubes of carrot and potato.

make + object + chunkier + than

同義詞
  • lumpier

    more negative connotation; suggests unwanted or uneven lumps

  • thicker

    can describe chunkier texture but focuses on consistency rather than presence of solid pieces

  • coarser

    describes larger particles, especially in ground foods like cornmeal or flour

反義詞
  • smoother

    uniform consistency without lumps

  • creamier

    smooth and rich, often of sauces or spreads

文法句型

be + chunkier + than

taste + chunkier

feel + chunkier

用法筆記

Most common with foods such as peanut butter, salsa, soup, and sauces where texture is a key quality. The opposite is 'smooth' or 'creamy'.