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Definition of bumpy

bumpy

/ˈbʌm.pi/
bum · py
Adverb:bumpily
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bumpy Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Having an uneven surface with many raised patches, lumps, or projections.

Example

"The old country road was so bumpy that we had to drive very slowly to avoid damaging the tires."

2

Involving or causing sudden, erratic jolts and vibrations, such as during a journey or flight.

Example

"Strong headwinds over the mountain range made for a bumpy flight across the continent."

3

Marked by frequent difficulties, setbacks, or unpredictable fluctuations.

Example

"After a bumpy start to the fiscal year, the company stabilized its supply chain and increased profits."

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• Rhymes for bumpy

• Nearby Words

bumpiness
bumpkin
bumptiousness
bumpy
bun
bunch
bunchy

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-18th century from the noun 'bump' (likely of imitative origin, evoking the dull sound of a heavy blow or swelling) combined with the adjectival suffix '-y'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bumpy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bumpy
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