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Definition of squishiness

squishiness

/ˈskwɪʃ.i.nəs/
squish · i · ness

Adverb:squishily
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Adjective:squishy
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squishiness Lexical Profile

squishiness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The quality or state of being soft, yielding easily to pressure, and often damp or spongy.

Example

"The baker tested the dough for the right amount of squishiness before placing it in the oven."


2

A lack of firmness, precision, or decisiveness in a concept, policy, or stance (informal).

Example

"Critics pointed out the ideological squishiness of the candidate's latest economic proposal."

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