plump

//plʌmp//
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Visual representation of plump

Adjective

plumpCanonical form
plumperComparative
plumpestSuperlative
1

Having a full, rounded shape; slightly fat in an attractive or healthy way.

The baby has plump cheeks.

2

Well-filled or stuffed; nicely rounded and soft.

She arranged the plump cushions on the sofa.

Verb

plumpedPast tense
plumpedPast participle
plumpingPresent participle
plumpsThird-person singular
1

To make or become fuller, rounder, or softer.

She plumped up the pillows before the guests arrived.

2

To drop or fall suddenly and heavily.

She plumped down onto the sofa after a long day at work.

3

To choose or vote decisively for something or someone.

The committee plumped for the new proposal without hesitation.

Synonym

Adverb

plumpCanonical form
plumperComparative
plumpestSuperlative
1

With a sudden or heavy drop; directly.

The book fell plump onto the floor.