Definition

Having a lot of fat or blubber, often making something soft and rounded.

Example

The blubbery seal basked on the rock, soaking up the sun.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you seen that new documentary about seals?

Yeah, I watched it last night! Those seals looked so blubbery and cute.

Right? I never realized how blubbery they actually are in real life.

Totally! It’s fascinating to see how their blubber keeps them warm.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Blubbery → It is formed from "blubber" (from Middle English *blobber*, meaning to make a bubbling sound or to cry noisily) and the suffix "-y" (meaning characterized by). The word "blubbery" describes something characterized by or resembling blubber, often implying a soft, fatty texture or excessive crying.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'blubber' which relates to making a bubbling sound or crying noisily, and remember that 'blubbery' means something that is soft and characterized by that quality.

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