Definition

Relating to or resembling peanuts in some way.

Example

The dessert had a delicious, peanutty flavor that everyone loved.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you tried that new snack that’s really peanutty?

Not yet! Is it good?

Yeah, it has a nice peanutty flavor that I really enjoy.

I’ll have to grab some next time; I love anything with peanuts!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'peanutty' is derived from 'peanut' (a compound of 'pea' from Old English 'pise', meaning a type of legume, and 'nut' from Old English 'cyning', meaning a hard-shelled fruit) and the suffix '-y' (meaning characterized by or resembling). Thus, 'peanutty' describes something that is characterized by or resembles peanuts.

Memory Tip

Think of 'peanut' as a combination of a legume and a hard-shelled fruit, and remember that 'peanutty' means something that has the qualities or flavor of peanuts.

Visually Confused Words