nubbly

adjective

Definition of nubblynext
as in nubby
having small pieces or lumps spread throughout the walls were painted with a nubbly paint that was supposed to give them an interesting texture

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  1. nubby
  2. lumpy
  3. chunky
  4. thick
Adjective
  • Microfiber absorbs four times more moisture than cotton and the nubby texture grabs and holds onto soil until it is washed away.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2024
  • Its nubby texture and vibration settings feel great after a long day of standing, walking, and generally running around.
    Sara Coughlin, SELF, 26 Nov. 2024
Definition of nubby
Adjective
  • However, this lumpy performance has been frustrating for investors trying to time the market rather than maintain a constant exposure to small caps.
    Bret Kenwell, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • In Murnau’s film, this is Ellen and Nosferatu’s only night together, and the focus is on the vampire; his hollowed eyes, long claws, and kneeling figure are illuminated, while Ellen is turned away from the camera, her body a lumpy, indistinct shape on the bed.
    Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of lumpy
Adjective
  • It has been said that the internet was made for cute cat videos - but what about baby pygmy hippos and chunky penguin chicks?
    Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA TODAY, 28 Dec. 2024
  • The antithesis of streamlined silhouettes that have dominated of late, these chunky foamy stompers are shouty, bold and, brazen.
    Alice Cary, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of chunky
Adjective
  • Videos taken at the scene showed flames and a thick column of dark smoke at the crash site.
    Sam Sweeney, ABC News, 29 Dec. 2024
  • Add thick white socks for a little extra warmth and visual interest.
    Christina Holevas, Vogue, 29 Dec. 2024
Definition of thick
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