lumpy

adjective
UK: /ˈlʌmpi/
US: /ˈlʌmpi/

  1. Covered with or containing lumps; not smooth.

    1. The gravy was lumpy, so I strained it.
    2. She complained that the mashed potatoes were unexpectedly lumpy this time.

  2. Having an uneven surface or shape.

    1. The old mattress was lumpy and uncomfortable.
    2. After the accident, the road surface became quite lumpy and dangerous.

Synonyms

bumpy uneven rough

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "lumpy" in English means: Covered with or containing lumps; not smooth., Having an uneven surface or shape..

The phonetic transcription of "lumpy" is /ˈlʌmpi/ in British English and /ˈlʌmpi/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "lumpy": bumpy, uneven, rough.

Example usage of "lumpy": "The gravy was lumpy, so I strained it.". More examples on the page.