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stodgy

/ˈstɑːdʒi/
stod · gy
Adverb:stodgily
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stodgy Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Dull, uninspired, and overly formal or traditional; lacking excitement or vitality.

Example

"The company sought to modernize its stodgy image to appeal to younger consumers."

2

British Heavy, filling, and high in carbohydrates, making it difficult to digest (used of food).

Example

"On cold winter evenings, they often craved stodgy puddings and thick stews."

3

Stocky, thickset, and heavy in build or appearance.

Example

"The old bulldog had a stodgy frame and a slow, deliberate waddle."

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• Rhymes for stodgy

• Nearby Words

stocky
stockyard
stodginess
stodgy
stogie
stoic
stoical

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the late 18th century, the word derives from the British dialect noun and verb 'stodge' (meaning to stuff with food or a thick, heavy meal), combined with the suffix '-y'.

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