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flabby

0 synonyms and 2 antonyms for flabby, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adj — Soft and loose, lacking muscle tone.

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flabby muscles flabby prose flabby arms

Etymology

A variant of "flappy," from "flap" in the sense "to hang loosely."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “flabby” mean?

The word “flabby” means soft and loose, lacking muscle tone. In plain terms, soft and saggy rather than firm — used for both bodies and weak arguments or writing.

How do you pronounce “flabby”?

“Flabby” is pronounced FLAB-ee (/ˈflæb.i/ in IPA).

How do you use “flabby” in a sentence?

Here is “flabby” used in a sentence: “Months without exercise had left his arms flabby.”

What is the opposite of “flabby”?

The opposite of “flabby” — its antonyms — are muscled and taut.

What part of speech is “flabby”?

“Flabby” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “flabby” have?

“Flabby” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: soft and loose, lacking muscle tone.

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