What does BULKY mean?

Parts of Speech:

adjective

Definitions:

• of large size for its weight
• difficult to move or handle because of size or weight
• awkwardly large or shaped

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈbʌlki/
• UK: /ˈbʌlki/

Origin and Usage:

The word "bulky" originated in the mid-16th century from the word "bulk," which means "mass or size." It is commonly used to describe something that is large and difficult to move or handle, such as furniture or equipment. It can also be used to describe something that is awkwardly large or shaped, such as a bulky sweater or a bulky backpack.

Synonyms:

• large
• heavy
• cumbersome
• clumsy
• unwieldy

Related Words:

• hulky
• milky
• junky
• flaky
• choky

Example Sentences:

• The bulky package was difficult to lift.
• She wore a bulky sweater to keep warm.
• The bulky furniture made it difficult to move around the room.
• He struggled to carry the bulky equipment up the stairs.