chewy

[ choo-ee ]

adjective

, chew·i·er, chew·i·est.

1. (of food) not easily chewed, as because of toughness or stickiness; requiring much chewing.

chewy

/ ˈtʃuːɪ /

adjective

1. of a consistency requiring chewing; somewhat firm and sticky

Other Words From

• chewi·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of chewy¹

First recorded in 1920–25; chew + -y ¹

Example Sentences

The dried arbol, chipotle and guajillo chiles turn chewy with a gentle, slow burn while the almonds, sesame seeds and pepitas offer a nice crunch.

From Los Angeles Times

On the opposite end of the spectrum are chewy treats such as candy corn, Skittles, Starbursts and Twizzlers.

From Salon

At the bottom of the list, along with chewy sugar candies, are pure sugar candies such as lollipops, Jolly Ranchers, gummies and Smarties.

From Salon

As I looked down at the smoked salmon-topped slice of admittedly livened-up Domino’s pizza, I couldn’t help but wish it had a base more inviting than the franchise’s weighty mess of chewy dough.

From Los Angeles Times

There would be icons on my kitchen table, auto-play videos in my bathroom, and pop-up ads from Chewy on my morning walks with my dog.

From Slate