frothy

[ fraw-thee, froth-ee ]

adjective

, froth·i·er, froth·i·est.

1. of, like, or having froth; foamy.
2. unsubstantial; trifling; shallow; empty.

Other Words From

• frothi·ly adverb
• frothi·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of frothy¹

First recorded in 1525–35; froth + -y ¹

Example Sentences

Way more normal than getting frothy and tyrannical about other people’s sexual and emotional lives.

From Slate

As Kantor and Liptak wrote, his language in the immunity decision “seemed intended to stay above the fray,” extending protections to “all occupants of the Oval Office, regardless of politics, policy or party”; this frothy both-sides language implies that Democrats and Republicans alike are just clamoring for a blank check to break the law from the Oval Office, and the survival of the republic depends on letting them do it.

From Slate

Erewhon’s Organic Tonic Bars, where frothy smoothies are made fresh to order, have cultivated a posh scene unto themselves.

From Los Angeles Times

"She’s left it late to claim the summer but, beneath the fun, frothy trappings, Short n’ Sweet suggests Carpenter is here for the long haul."

From BBC

Videos show frothy, milky waters surging through the village in floods turned brown by mud and debris.

From BBC