cuddly

adjective

cud·​dly ˈkə-dᵊl-ē How to pronounce cuddly (audio)
ˈkəd-lē
cuddlier; cuddliest
: fit for or inviting cuddling
a cuddly kitten

Examples of cuddly in a Sentence

He is so big and cuddly. their cuddly brand of commercialism
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The microfiber fabric is feathery light and airy, but still retains a soft and cuddly feel to keep you comfortable no matter the season. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 27 June 2026 Inside the emergency department of Silver Cross Hospital that Monday, doctors and nurses were bracing for severe weather fallout, not something soft and cuddly. Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 25 June 2026 For example, Star Wars fans will love a cuddly Baby Yoda Squishmallow, while teens that watch anime will appreciate a JJK Tamagotchi Nano. Parents, 23 June 2026 However, while some caterpillars certainly look cute and cuddly, a select few can be venomous and dangerous to touch with your bare hands. Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 20 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for cuddly

Word History

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cuddly was in 1862

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“Cuddly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cuddly. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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