plump

The word "plump" is similar to the word "fat," but to some people, plump actually sounds better. This word is often used for fruit, animals, and people.

• Joan looks a little plump after having her baby.
• That’s a very plump strawberry. It looks delicious.
• Nick would rather go out with a girl who’s a little plump than a girl who’s really skinny.
• We got a nice, plump turkey from the grocery store and roasted it.
• There’s a plump little rabbit eating from my garden.
• The best time to eat grapes is when they’re plump.
• These cherries look sweet and plump.

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This page was first published on May 31, 2012. It was updated on April 25, 2015.