Lumpy

Pronunciation: /ˈlʌmpi/

Definitions of lumpy

adjective having lumps or uneven thickness; full of lumps

Example Sentences

A1 The mashed potatoes were lumpy.

A2 She tried to smooth out the lumpy gravy.

B1 The mattress was lumpy and uncomfortable.

B2 The paint job was lumpy and uneven.

C1 The road was bumpy and lumpy, making for a rough ride.

C2 The texture of the soup was lumpy, indicating it had not been properly blended.

Examples of lumpy in a Sentence

formal The scientist observed the lumpy texture of the rock sample under the microscope.

informal I don't like the lumpy gravy that grandma makes for Thanksgiving dinner.

slang The mattress in the guest room is so lumpy, it's like sleeping on rocks.

figurative The lumpy road ahead symbolizes the challenges we will face on our journey.

Grammatical Forms of lumpy

• past tense: lumpied
• plural: lumpies
• comparative: lumpier
• superlative: lumpiest
• present tense: lumps
• future tense: will lump
• perfect tense: have lumped
• continuous tense: lumping
• singular: lumpy
• positive degree: lumpy
• infinitive: to lump
• gerund: lumping
• participle: lumped

Origin and Evolution of lumpy

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'lumpy' is believed to have originated from the Old English word 'lump', which referred to a small mass or piece of something.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'lumpy' has retained its original meaning of having uneven or irregular surfaces, but it has also been used metaphorically to describe something that is awkward or unattractive.