adj

kissy

Kissy (adj) means Informal: overly affectionate or fond of kissing. Example: “The new couple were annoyingly kissy at dinner.”

adj

Informal: overly affectionate or fond of kissing.

"The new couple were annoyingly kissy at dinner."

How to use kissy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishExcessively affectionate or prone to kissing, usually said a bit teasingly.

When to use it

Informal and slightly playful in tone.

Common pairings

kissy face all kissy

Word forms

kissier comparative, kissiest superlative

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Etymology

From kiss + the adjective-forming suffix -y.

Rhymes for kissy

sissy pissy hissy Missy cissy prissy Chrissy

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Frequently asked questions

What does “kissy” mean?

The word “kissy” means informal: overly affectionate or fond of kissing. In plain terms, excessively affectionate or prone to kissing, usually said a bit teasingly.

How do you use “kissy” in a sentence?

Here is “kissy” used in a sentence: “The new couple were annoyingly kissy at dinner.”

What part of speech is “kissy”?

“Kissy” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of kissy?

"kissy" (adj) means informal: overly affectionate or fond of kissing.