What does pudgy mean?
Pudgy means Fat, overweight (pertaining particularly to children), plump; chubby..
Pudgy
/ˈpʌd͡ʒi/ · adjective
Meaning
Fat, overweight (pertaining particularly to children), plump; chubby..
Example Sentences
The pudgy child had a difficult time running the mile.
She's also the pudgiest girl in our class, but not in our grade.
My favorite Greek cheese is the creamy, sheepy manouri: delicately scented and almost spreadable, it’s like a softer, pudgier feta.
Censored photos included one of Winnie the Pooh in a car (Internet users in China have long likened Mr. Xi to images of the pudgy bear) and another of the Obama family purportedly watching the parade on television.
Synonyms for pudgy
Antonyms for pudgy
Related Words
Word Forms
- pudgier
- pudgiest
- pudsy
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for pudgy?
Common synonyms include podgy, fat, tubby, dumpy.
What is the opposite of pudgy?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use pudgy in a sentence?
The pudgy child had a difficult time running the mile.
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