Definition

The quality or state of being crisp and making a loud noise when chewed or broken.

Example

The crunchiness of the fresh vegetables made the salad very enjoyable.

Conversation

Have you tried that new snack with the perfect crunchiness?

No, I haven't! What does it taste like?

It's really good, the crunchiness makes it so satisfying to eat.

I'll definitely have to check it out this weekend!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Crunchiness → It is formed from "crunch" (of imitative origin, representing the sound made when something is crushed or broken) and "-iness" (a suffix meaning the quality of being). The word "crunchiness" refers to the quality of being crunchy or producing a crunching sound.

Memory Tip

Think of the sound of something being crushed — that's what 'crunch' represents, and the '-iness' adds the idea of having that quality. So, crunchiness means the quality of making a crunch sound.

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