juicy
JOO-see
Juicy (adjective) means Full of juice. Example: “The peaches at the market were ripe and juicy.”
adjective
1
Full of juice.
"The peaches at the market were ripe and juicy."
"He bit into a juicy burger straight off the grill."
2
Informal: interesting, exciting, or scandalous, especially gossip.
"She couldn't wait to share the juicy details of the breakup."
How to use juicy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLiterally full of liquid (like ripe fruit), or figuratively full of interesting detail (like gossip).
Common pairings
juicy fruit
juicy steak
juicy gossip
juicy details
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Word forms
- Comparative
- juicier
- Superlative
- juiciest
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Etymology
From Middle English jousy, jowsy, literally "full of juice" — from juice plus the adjective ending -y.
Synonyms
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juiceless
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What does “juicy” mean?
The word “juicy” means full of juice. In plain terms, literally full of liquid (like ripe fruit), or figuratively full of interesting detail (like gossip).
How do you pronounce “juicy”?
“Juicy” is pronounced JOO-see (/ˈd͡ʒuːsi/ in IPA).
How do you use “juicy” in a sentence?
Here is “juicy” used in a sentence: “The peaches at the market were ripe and juicy.”
What part of speech is “juicy”?
“Juicy” is an adjective.
Where does the word “juicy” come from?
The word “juicy” comes from Middle English. From Middle English jousy, jowsy, literally "full of juice" — from juice plus the adjective ending -y.
Is “juicy” a common word?
“Juicy” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “juicy” have?
“Juicy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: full of juice.
What is the difference between juicy and moist?
Juicy specifically describes food that is full of liquid or juice, such as a ripe fruit or a well-cooked steak, while moist is a broader term for anything containing a small amount of liquid or dampness, including things that aren't food. Juicy carries a more positive, appetizing connotation, whereas moist is neutral.
What does juicy mean when talking about gossip?
Informally, juicy describes gossip or a story that is interesting, exciting, or scandalous. This figurative sense draws on the idea of something rich and satisfying, the way a juicy piece of fruit is satisfying to eat.
Is juicy formal or informal English?
The literal sense of juicy, describing food full of juice, is standard in any register. The gossip-related sense, meaning interesting or scandalous, is informal and best suited to casual speech and writing.
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