Definition

Having a higher amount of fat compared to something else.

Example

This cut of meat is fattier than the other options available.

Conversation

I tried that new burger place yesterday, and their fries were amazing.

Really? Were they fattier than the ones at our usual spot?

Definitely! I think the extra flavor made them taste even better.

I need to check it out; I love fattier fries!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fattier → It is formed from "fat" (from Old English "fǣtt", meaning having a large amount of fat) and "-ier" (a comparative suffix meaning more). The word "fattier" means having more fat than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of 'fat' as a measure of how much grease or richness is present, and remember that 'fattier' means something has more of that fat.

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