Definition

Having a larger or more protruding belly than usual.

Example

After the holidays, he felt a bit paunchier than before.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you noticed that I've become a bit paunchier lately?

Yeah, I thought it was just the winter layers!

I guess all those holiday treats added up, huh?

It's okay, we can hit the gym together and work it off!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Paunchier → It is formed from "paunch" (from Middle English "paunche", meaning a large belly or stomach) and the suffix "-ier" (meaning more). The word "paunchier" means having a larger belly or being more pot-bellied.

Memory Tip

Think of 'paunch' as a large belly, and the '-ier' means more. So, paunchier describes someone with a bigger belly.

Visually Confused Words