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Definition of chatty

chatty

/ˈtʃæti/
chat · ty
Adverb:chattily
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• adjective

1

Readily engaging in informal, friendly talk; fond of chatting.

Example

"The hairdresser was very chatty and asked all about our summer vacation plans."

2

Having an informal, lively, and conversational style or tone (typically of a piece of writing or broadcast).

Example

"She writes a weekly column in a relaxed, chatty style that appeals to everyday readers."

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• Rhymes for chatty

• Nearby Words

chatterer
chattily
chattiness
chatty
chaucer
chauffeur
chauvinism

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-18th century from 'chat' (a shortening of Middle English 'chatter', of imitative origin) plus the adjectival suffix '-y'.

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