adjective

rubbery

RUH-buh-ree

Rubbery (adjective) means having the texture or springiness of rubber. Example: “The overcooked chicken had turned rubbery.”

adjective

Having the texture or springiness of rubber.

"The overcooked chicken had turned rubbery."

"Her legs felt rubbery after the marathon."

How to use rubbery

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishChewy, bouncy, or springy in a way that reminds you of rubber — often describing overcooked food or weak, shaky legs.

Common pairings

rubbery texture rubbery legs rubbery chicken

Word forms

rubberier comparative, rubberiest superlative

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Etymology

From "rubber" plus the adjective ending "-y."

Rhymes for rubbery

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Frequently asked questions

What does “rubbery” mean?

The word “rubbery” means having the texture or springiness of rubber. In plain terms, chewy, bouncy, or springy in a way that reminds you of rubber — often describing overcooked food or weak, shaky legs.

How do you pronounce “rubbery”?

“Rubbery” is pronounced RUH-buh-ree (/ˈɹʌbəɹi/ in IPA).

How do you use “rubbery” in a sentence?

Here is “rubbery” used in a sentence: “The overcooked chicken had turned rubbery.”

What part of speech is “rubbery”?

“Rubbery” is an adjective.