clumpy Synonyms & Antonyms
What Is Another Word for Clumpy?
Instead of clumpy you can say chunky, curdy or lumpy depending on the context. Words with the opposite meaning are smooth and entity.
Choose a meaning, then find a word that fits your sentence.
Clumpy as an Adjective
Clumpy as a Noun
Clumpy in a Sentence
a clump of bushes
the soil was a little too clumpy to make for a good garden
scattered clumps of houses were visible from the air
a clump of dirt
Word Forms & Grammar
clumpy adjective
clump
clumpier
clumpiest
clumps
clumpy
clumpy (comparative clumpier, superlative clumpiest)
Words That Rhyme With Clumpy
Origin of Clumpy
Origin 1: probably from Low German klump
Origin 2: From clump + -y.
First Known Use
circa 1586
Quick Facts About Clumpy
| Part of speech | adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈkləmp/ |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Meaning | having small pieces or lumps spread throughout |
| Synonyms | chunky, curdy and lumpy |
| Antonyms | smooth, entity and item |
| Comparative / superlative | clumpier, clumpiest |
| First known use | 1586 |
Pronouncing Clumpy
Clumpy is pronounced /ˈkləmp/ and has 1 syllable.
Quick Answers About Clumpy
Is clumpy an adjective or a noun?
Clumpy is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is a synonym for clumpy as an adjective?
As an adjective, synonyms for clumpy include chunky, curdy, lumpy and nubbly.
What is a synonym for clumpy as a noun?
As a noun, synonyms for clumpy include array, assemblage, band and bank.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of clumpy?
The comparative form is clumpier and the superlative form is clumpiest.