Definition

The most uneven or full of lumps; having many bumps or irregularities.

Example

The lumpiest part of the cake was hard to cut through.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I tried that new dessert place yesterday.

Oh really? How was it?

I think the chocolate cake was the lumpiest I've ever had.

That sounds interesting! I love a good rich dessert.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lumpiest → It is formed from "lump" (from Old English *lympa*, meaning a mass or clump) and the suffix "-iest" (meaning the most). The word "lumpiest" describes something that has the most lumps or is characterized by many lumps.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'lump' as a mass or clump, and remember that 'lumpiest' means having the most lumps.

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