Definition

Having a texture or consistency similar to rubber, often flexible and elastic.

Example

The rubbery texture of the candy made it fun to chew.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you tried that new gummy candy everyone is talking about?

Yeah, I did! It was kind of rubbery though, don’t you think?

Definitely! I expected it to be softer and less chewy.

Right? I prefer the ones that melt in your mouth instead.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rubbery → It is formed from "rubber" (from the substance used for erasing or as a flexible material) and "-y" (a suffix used to form adjectives indicating a characteristic). The word "rubbery" describes something that has the characteristics of rubber, particularly its flexible and elastic qualities.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'rubber' which describes a flexible material, and remember that 'rubbery' means something that has the qualities of rubber.

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