English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com

chummy

0 antonyms and opposites of chummy, grouped by meaning.

Adj — Friendly and familiar, often in a way that seems overly informal.

We haven't recorded synonyms for chummy yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.

Etymology

From chum (\"friend\") + the adjective-forming suffix -y.

Full origin of chummy →

Frequently asked questions

What does “chummy” mean?

The word “chummy” means friendly and familiar, often in a way that seems overly informal. In plain terms, acting friendly and familiar, sometimes in a way that feels forced or premature.

How do you pronounce “chummy”?

“Chummy” is pronounced CHUH-mih (/ˈt͡ʃʌ.mɪ/ in IPA).

How do you use “chummy” in a sentence?

Here is “chummy” used in a sentence: “He got a bit too chummy with the new intern on her first day.”

What part of speech is “chummy”?

“Chummy” is an adjective.

Nearby words

← Back to the full definition of chummy
Synonyms and antonyms from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA.