adj

bunchy

Bunchy (adj) means growing in bunches, or gathered into clusters. Example: “The fabric had a bunchy, uneven texture where it was gathered.”

adj

Growing in bunches, or gathered into clusters.

"The fabric had a bunchy, uneven texture where it was gathered."

How to use bunchy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishClustered together in bunches; not smooth or spread out evenly.

Word forms

bunchier comparative, more bunchy comparative, bunchiest superlative, most bunchy superlative

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The fabric had a _____, uneven texture where it was gathered.

Etymology

From Middle English bunchy, bonchy, equivalent to bunch + -y.

Origin: Middle English

Rhymes for bunchy

punchy crunchy raunchy

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Frequently asked questions

What does “bunchy” mean?

The word “bunchy” means growing in bunches, or gathered into clusters. In plain terms, clustered together in bunches; not smooth or spread out evenly.

How do you use “bunchy” in a sentence?

Here is “bunchy” used in a sentence: “The fabric had a bunchy, uneven texture where it was gathered.”

What part of speech is “bunchy”?

“Bunchy” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of bunchy?

"bunchy" (adj) means growing in bunches, or gathered into clusters.