Definition

Something that is pleasantly warm, often used to describe food or a cozy atmosphere.

Example

I love sitting by the fire with a toasty blanket on a cold night.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I love how this blanket feels so toasty on a chilly day.

Right? It makes everything so much cozier.

I could just curl up here all afternoon; it’s just so toasty.

Definitely! Perfect for a movie marathon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Toasty → It originates from the word 'toast' (from Old French *toster*, meaning to roast or brown) combined with the suffix '-y' (meaning characterized by). The word 'toasty' describes something that is characterized by being warm and pleasantly browned, like toast.

Memory Tip

Think of 'toast' as something that is warm and browned, and remember that 'toasty' means something that is warm and cozy, just like a piece of toast.

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