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mealy Antonyms
Opposite of mealy
Because the opposite of mealy shifts with each meaning, the 10 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Having a dry, powdery, or crumbly texture rather than being crisp and juicy, especially regarding overripe fruit or starchy vegetables.
Usage Example
"The apples had been stored for too long and had become soft and crisp."
Strongest
crisp
juicy
Strong
crunchy
succulent
firm
• adjective (Context 2)
Covered with or resembling a fine, whitish, flour-like powder or dust, especially on the leaves of plants or the bodies of certain insects.
Usage Example
"The undersides of the leaves were coated with a smooth residue left by garden pests."
Strong
smooth
glossy
• adjective (Context 3)
Pale, blotchy, or unhealthy in complexion.
Usage Example
"After weeks of illness indoors, he had a pale, rosy complexion."
Strongest
rosy
Strong
ruddy
glowing
Similar words to mealy
Words similar to mealy shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
floury
pasty
powdery
farinaceous
sallow
crumbly
grainy
pallid
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Mealy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/mealy