Chewy — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb adjective /ˈchü/

Meaning & Definition of Chewy

Chewy (verb)

  1. to crush, grind, or gnaw (something, such as food) with or as if with the teeth, masticate
  2. to injure, destroy, or consume as if by chewing —usually used with up
  3. to chew something; specifically, to chew tobacco

Chewy (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. not easily chewed

    "a flavorful but chewy piece of meat"

    similar: leathery, tough
    related: fibrous, gristly, sinewy, stringy, brittle, crunchy, hard, cardboardy
    opposite: tender
    near: mushy, soft

Related Entry: Chew (verb)

Chew is a different word from Chewy. The synonyms below are for chew, not for chewy.

  1. to crush or grind with the teeth

    "please chew your food thoroughly so you don't choke"

    similar: bite (on), champ, chaw, chomp (on), crunch (on), gnaw (on), masticate, nibble, sink one's teeth into
    related: ruminate, munch, nosh, snack, consume, eat, ingest, swallow, bolt, devour, gobble (up or down), gorge, gulp, scarf, scoff, wolf, nip, peck (at), pick (at), gum, mumble

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Chewy

The most common words with a similar meaning to Chewy:

leathery, tough

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Chewy

Words with the opposite meaning of Chewy:

tender

Related Words for Chewy

fibrous, gristly, sinewy, stringy, brittle, crunchy, hard, cardboardy

Near Antonyms of Chewy

mushy, soft

Word Forms of Chewy

Inflections: chewed, chewing, chews

Derived words: chewable (adjective), chewer (noun), chewy (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Chewy

Middle English, from Old English cēowan; akin to Old High German kiuwan to chew, Russian zhevat'

First known use: before 12th centuryt

Frequently Asked Questions about Chewy

What does "Chewy" mean?

"Chewy" means to crush, grind, or gnaw (something, such as food) with or as if with the teeth, masticate. As an a verb and an adjective, it is defined as: to crush, grind, or gnaw (something, such as food) with or as if with the teeth, masticate.

What is another word for "Chewy"?

Other words for "Chewy" include leathery and tough. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Chewy" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Chewy"?

There are 10 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Chewy". Common alternatives include leathery and tough.

What is the opposite of "Chewy"?

Antonyms of "Chewy" include tender. Near antonyms include mushy and soft.

How do you use "Chewy" in a sentence?

Examples of "Chewy" in a sentence: "a flavorful but chewy piece of meat".

Is "Chewy" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Chewy" can be used as a verb and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Chewy"?

"Chewy" is pronounced /ˈchü/.

What is the origin of the word "Chewy"?

"Chewy" comes from Middle English, from Old English cēowan; akin to Old High German kiuwan to chew, Russian zhevat'. First known use: before 12th centuryt.