Nubbly — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun adjective /ˈnə-bəl/ nub·ble

Meaning & Definition of Nubbly

Nubbly (noun)

  1. a small knob or lump

Nubbly (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. having small pieces or lumps spread throughout

    "the walls were painted with a nubbly paint that was supposed to give them an interesting texture"

    similar: chunky, clumpy, curdy, lumpy, nubby
    related: ropy, thick, viscous, knobbed, knobbly, knobby, lumpish, clabbered, clotted, coagulated, congealed, curdled, gelled, thickened, broken, bumpy, coarse, irregular, jagged, knotted, knotty, pebbly
    opposite: smooth

Related Entry: Nubble (noun)

Nubble is a different word from Nubbly. The synonyms below are for nubble, not for nubbly.

  1. a small uneven mass

    "dropped a nubble of clay on the floor of the pottery"

    similar: blob, chunk, clod, clot, clump, dollop, glob, gob, gobbet, hunk, knob, lump, nub, nugget, wad
    related: bead, drop, globule, block, body, bulk, particle, piece, portion, bit, chip, crumb, granule, morsel, nubbin, patch, scrap

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Nubbly

The most common words with a similar meaning to Nubbly:

chunky, clumpy, curdy, lumpy, nubby

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Nubbly

Words with the opposite meaning of Nubbly:

smooth

Related Words for Nubbly

ropy, thick, viscous, knobbed, knobbly, knobby, lumpish, clabbered, clotted, coagulated, congealed, curdled, gelled, thickened, broken, bumpy, coarse, irregular, jagged, knotted, knotty, pebbly

Word Forms of Nubbly

Derived words: nubbly (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Nubbly

diminutive of nub

First known use: 1818

Frequently Asked Questions about Nubbly

What does "Nubbly" mean?

"Nubbly" means a small knob or lump. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: a small knob or lump.

What is another word for "Nubbly"?

Other words for "Nubbly" include chunky, clumpy, curdy, lumpy and nubby. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Nubbly" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Nubbly"?

There are 27 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Nubbly". Common alternatives include chunky, clumpy, curdy, lumpy and nubby.

What is the opposite of "Nubbly"?

Antonyms of "Nubbly" include smooth.

How do you use "Nubbly" in a sentence?

Examples of "Nubbly" in a sentence: "the walls were painted with a nubbly paint that was supposed to give them an interesting texture".

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

"Nubbly" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Nubbly"?

"Nubbly" is pronounced /ˈnə-bəl/ and divided into syllables as nub·ble.

What is the origin of the word "Nubbly"?

"Nubbly" comes from diminutive of nub. First known use: 1818.