chewy

/ˈtʃuːi/

Definitions

1. adjective

having or characterized by a texture that is not easy to chew or swallow

“The dry, chewy granola was difficult to eat.”

2. noun

a piece of food that is not easy to chew

“The dentist told her to chew slowly on a piece of chewy candy to help loosen the stuck filling.”

Synonyms

  • gummy
  • tough

Antonyms

  • mushy
  • soft