Chubby

Pronunciation: /ˈtʃʌbi/

Definitions of chubby

adjective Chubby is an adjective that describes someone or something as slightly overweight or plump.

Example Sentences

A1 My cat is chubby.

A2 She has a chubby face.

B1 The chubby baby giggled happily.

B2 He struggled to fit into his chubby jeans.

C1 Despite her chubby appearance, she was quite athletic.

C2 The chubby cheeks of the toddler were irresistible.

Examples of chubby in a Sentence

formal The doctor advised the patient to watch his diet and exercise regularly to avoid becoming chubby.

informal My little cousin is so cute and chubby, I just want to squeeze his cheeks!

slang I love how my cat's chubby belly jiggles when she runs around the house.

figurative Her wallet was feeling a little chubby after receiving her bonus at work.

Grammatical Forms of chubby

• past tense: chubbied
• plural: chubbies
• comparative: chubbier
• superlative: chubbiest
• present tense: chubs
• future tense: will be chubby
• perfect tense: has been chubby
• continuous tense: is being chubby
• singular: chubby
• positive degree: chubby
• infinitive: to chubby
• gerund: chubbing
• participle: chubbed

Origin and Evolution of chubby

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'chubby' is believed to have originated from the Middle English word 'chub', which meant plump or thick.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'chubby' has retained its meaning of being slightly overweight or pleasantly plump, but it has also taken on a more affectionate connotation when used to describe someone's appearance.