Definition

Having more crumbs or being more broken into small pieces than something else.

Example

The bread was crumbier than the last loaf I bought.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you tried that new cafe down the street?

Not yet, but I heard their pastries are crumbier than the ones at our usual spot.

Really? I thought the ones at our place were pretty good.

They are, but it sounds like we need to check out the new place soon!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Crumbier → The word is formed from "crumb" (from Old English *crombe*, meaning a small piece or fragment of bread) and the suffix "-ier" (indicating a comparative form). The term "crumbier" refers to something that has more crumbs or is more crumb-like in nature.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'crumb' as a small piece of bread, and when something is 'crumbier', it means it has more of those small pieces.

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