earthier; earthiest
1
a
: of, relating to, or consisting of earth
earthy creatures like worms
b
: suggestive of earth (as in texture, odor, or color)
an earthy yellow
c
: rough, coarse, or plain in taste
earthy flavors
2
3
: suggestive of plain or poor people or their ways: such as
a
: practical, down-to-earth
earthy problems of daily life
c
: plain and simple in style : unsophisticated
earthy peasant cookery
earthy decor
earthiness
noun
Examples of earthy in a Sentence
a blend of earthy colors
The wine had an earthy flavor.
Critics were impressed by the movie's earthy realism.
food made with simple, earthy ingredients
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Darryn King, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
For example, a citrusy strain like Lemon Haze pairs beautifully with zesty appetizers, while an earthy strain like Granddaddy Purple complements hearty or spiced dishes.
—Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 30 Dec. 2024
Stylish Vintage Lighting The trend for brown, earthy shades and warm metallics is seeping into lighting design in the form of antique finishes and classic lighting styles.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2024
In addition to the duck (vit) broth, vermicelli noodles are topped off with shredded duck and earthy, crunchy bamboo shots (mang).
—Christina Liao, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2024
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“Earthy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/earthy. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.
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earthier; earthiest
1
: consisting of or resembling earth
an earthy flavor
2
a
: suggestive of plain or poor people or their ways : practical sense 4, down-to-earth
earthy problems of everyday life
b
: not polite : crude
earthy humor
earthiness
noun
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