Definition

Having a soft, moist, and often mushy texture, typically used to describe fruit or food that is very juicy and soft.

Example

The pulpiest orange I ever tasted was bursting with flavor.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I just tried that new smoothie place downtown.

Oh really? How was it?

It was amazing, especially the one with the pulpiest mango flavor.

That sounds delicious! I need to check it out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pulpiest → It is formed from "pulp" (from Latin *pulpa*, meaning soft or fleshy part) and the suffix "-iest" (meaning most). The word "pulpiest" refers to something that has the most pulp or is the softest and fleshiest in texture.

Memory Tip

Think of the soft and fleshy part of fruit ('pulp') and remember that 'pulpiest' means having the most of that soft texture.

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