mushy

adjective

ˈmə-shē How to pronounce mushy (audio)
especially in sense 2 also ˈmu̇-
mushier; mushiest
Synonyms of mushynext
1
a
: having the consistency of mush : soft
b
: lacking in definition or precision
2
: excessively tender or emotional
especially : exhibiting overly sweet or sappy romantic feelings
mushily
ˈmə-shə-lē How to pronounce mushy (audio)
ˈmu̇-
adverb
mushiness
ˈmə-shē-nəs How to pronounce mushy (audio)
ˈmu̇-
noun

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mushy fruit that was obviously overripe
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When these cuts marinate for too long in highly acidic mixtures, the meat’s surface can become mushy, and the lean meat may become drier after cooking. — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 13 Aug. 2026 Those larger crystals can damage cell walls, often leading to a mushier texture once the food is thawed. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 11 Aug. 2026 Detroit Red Wings The Red Wings have missed the playoffs by slim margins three years in a row with 91, 86 and 92 points respectively, which is a perfect snapshot of the mushy middle. — Harman Dayal, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026 Sundays are perfect for a traditional roast, but the standard menu features a nice selection of British seafood, plus hearty favorites like haddock and chips with mushy peas and Dover sole with brown butter hollandaise. — Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for mushy

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of mushy was in 1839

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