adj

chalky

Chalky (adj) means made of or containing chalk, or resembling chalk in texture, color, or taste. Example: “The soil in this region is dry and chalky.”

adj

Made of or containing chalk, or resembling chalk in texture, color, or taste.

"The soil in this region is dry and chalky."

"The medicine left a chalky taste in his mouth."

How to Use Chalky

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHaving the powdery, pale texture or taste of chalk.

Common pairings

chalky taste chalky soil chalky white

Word Forms

chalkier comparative, chalkiest superlative

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Etymology

From "chalk" plus the adjective-forming suffix "-y."

Rhymes for chalky

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “chalky” mean?

The word “chalky” means made of or containing chalk, or resembling chalk in texture, color, or taste. In plain terms, having the powdery, pale texture or taste of chalk.

How do you use “chalky” in a sentence?

Here is “chalky” used in a sentence: “The soil in this region is dry and chalky.”

What part of speech is “chalky”?

“Chalky” is an adjective.