mushy

adjective

ˈmə-shē How to pronounce mushy (audio)
 especially in sense 2 also  ˈmu̇-
mushier; mushiest
1
a
: having the consistency of mush : soft
b
: lacking in definition or precision
2
: excessively tender or emotional
especially : mawkishly amorous
mushily adverb
mushiness noun

Examples of mushy in a Sentence

mushy fruit that was obviously overripe
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Further, the mushy middle of the NHL is mushier than ever. Cory Lavalette, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025 Then the roots turn mushy and can't absorb nutrients and moisture from the soil that the plant needs to thrive. Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2025 On mushy turf at RFK Stadium, the 49ers rallied from a 21-0 deficit to tie the game in the fourth quarter. Mark Purdy, The Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2025 The color is classic year-round, of course, but with love in the air and hearts serving as the main symbol of the mushiest day of the year, red is the official color of Valentine's Day and, thus, a solid choice for celebrating via manicure. Allure Editors, Allure, 21 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for mushy 

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of mushy was in 1839

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“Mushy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mushy. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.

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