chunkier; chunkiest
1
a
: heavy, solid, and thick or bulky
a chunky sweater
chunky bracelets
especially : stocky
an athlete with a chunky build
b
2
: filled with chunks
chunky peanut butter
chunkily adverb

Examples of chunky in a Sentence

The shoes have chunky heels. an athlete with a chunky build
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For a casual look, pair with a crewneck tee and chunky cardigan, or dress up the ensemble with a matching blazer and chunky heels. Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2025 These are also ideal for wearing over boots or to balance out chunky loafers. Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2025 Accessories are also a priority, with the accent on new lines like Anthem, hinged on a squishy top-handle style cinched with a chunky belt. Miles Socha, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2025 Wear it to the office with chunky gold earrings and ballet flats, or throw it on with leggings for casual errands—for less than $20, this staple pays itself off fast. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for chunky

Word History

First Known Use

1733, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of chunky was in 1733

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“Chunky.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chunky. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

chunky

adjective
chunkier; chunkiest
1
2
: full of chunks
chunky peanut butter

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