floppy

/ˈflɒpi/

Definitions

1. adjective

lacking in firmness or rigidity, soft, and yielding to pressure

“The floppy cushions on the couch made it difficult to sit comfortably.”

2. noun

a magnetic storage device that stores data on flexible disks

“I used to use a floppy to store my files before the advent of USB drives.”

3. noun

a person who is unsteady on their feet, especially due to being drunk or having a medical condition

“The doctor told the patient to avoid walking around and to stay on the couch, as he was quite floppy.”

Synonyms

  • flabby
  • flexible
  • soft
  • squishy
  • yielding

Antonyms

  • firm
  • hard
  • rigid
  • solid
  • sturdy