Definition

More likely to break into small pieces or layers; less stable or reliable than something else.

Example

The cake was flakier than the pie, making it more enjoyable to eat.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you noticed that the new pastry shop has gotten flakier with their croissants recently?

Yeah, I think they might be trying new recipes or something.

I hope they don’t get too flakier, though, because I loved their original ones.

Same here! Sometimes change isn't always for the better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Flakier → The word 'flakier' is derived from 'flake' (from Old English *flaca*, meaning a thin piece or layer) and the comparative suffix '-ier' (indicating more). The term 'flakier' describes something that is more like a thin piece or layer, often used to refer to texture, such as in food.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'flake' as a thin layer, and when something is 'flakier', it means it has more of those thin layers, like a pastry that breaks apart easily.

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