spongy
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for spongy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Soft, absorbent, and full of tiny holes, like a sponge.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use spongy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
spongy ground
spongy texture
spongy tissue
Etymology
Built from "sponge" plus the adjective ending "-y."
Full origin of spongy →Frequently asked questions
What does “spongy” mean?
The word “spongy” means soft, absorbent, and full of tiny holes, like a sponge. In plain terms, soft and squishy in the way a sponge is.
How do you pronounce “spongy”?
“Spongy” is pronounced SPUHND-zhee (/ˈspʌnd͡ʒi/ in IPA).
How do you use “spongy” in a sentence?
Here is “spongy” used in a sentence: “The forest floor felt spongy underfoot after all the rain.”
What part of speech is “spongy”?
“Spongy” is an adjective.
