Definition

The quality or state of containing starch, which is a type of carbohydrate found in many foods.

Example

The starchiness of the potatoes made them perfect for mashing.

Conversation

Have you noticed the starchiness in the new pasta we tried?

Yeah, it was definitely different from what we usually eat.

I wonder if it’s because of the type of flour they used.

That makes sense; some flours have more starchiness than others.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Starchiness → It is formed from "starch" (from Old English *styrce*, meaning a substance that is a carbohydrate) and "-iness" (meaning the quality of being). The word "starchiness" refers to the quality or state of being starchy, typically describing a texture or characteristic associated with starch.

Memory Tip

Think of the substance 'starch' and remember that 'starchiness' means the quality of being starchy.

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