chub Synonyms
Another word for chub
• noun (Context 1)
A short, plump, or chubby person or animal (often used informally as an affectionate or descriptive term).
"Look at that little chunk of a bulldog puppy sleeping peacefully on the rug."
• noun (Context 2)
A thick-bodied European freshwater fish of the carp family (Squalius cephalus), noted for its large head, dark-edged scales, and preference for slow-flowing rivers.
"The angler cast his line into the deep pool beneath the willows, hoping to catch a large chevin."
• noun (Context 3)
Any of several small, stout freshwater fishes native to North America, related to the carp and minnow, frequently found in creeks and streams.
"During the ecology field trip, the students documented a thriving population of creek minnow in the local stream."
Opposites of chub
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of chub varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites: