Find Synonyms

chunky Synonyms

Another word for chunky

Choosing another word for chunky depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
JUMP TO:

• adjective (Context 1)

Short, thick, and solidly built; stocky or bulky in shape or form.

Usage Example

"She wore a bulky knit sweater and heavy boots to stay warm during the winter hike."

Strongest
bulky
thick
Strong
stocky
thickset
stout
heavyset
burly
beefy
hefty
Weak
strapping

• adjective (Context 2)

Containing or consisting of thick, solid pieces or lumps (especially of food or sauces).

Usage Example

"He prefers lumpy peanut butter and hearty vegetable soup with large pieces of potato."

Strong
lumpy
hearty
thick
clotted
Weak
curdled
coarse

Opposites of chunky

The opposite of chunky shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

smooth
creamy
slender
slim
thin
pureed
slight
skinny
See all opposites of chunky

• Nearby Words

chunkily
chunkiness
chunking
chunky
chupa-chupa
church
churchgoer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Chunky. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/chunky
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.