Meaning & Definition of word "Spongy"

Spongy

/ˈspʌn.dʒi/

adjective:

  • 1. Resembling or having the characteristics of a sponge; soft, porous, and able to absorb liquid.
    • Example: The cake was so spongy that it seemed to melt in my mouth.
  • 2. Soft and compressible; yielding easily to pressure.
    • Example: After the rain, the ground became spongy and difficult to walk on.
  • 3. Containing gas bubbles or inconsistencies, often referring to the structure of certain types of food or materials.
    • Example: The spongy texture of the bread made it perfect for soaking up the soup.

Etymology

From Middle English 'spongie', from Old French 'esponge', from Latin 'spongia', from Greek 'σπόγγος' (spongos).

Common Phrases and Expressions

spongy ground:

Ground that is soft and often soggy or waterlogged.

spongy brain:

A condition where the brain feels soft and porous, typically in medical contexts.

spongy texture:

Refers to a texture that is light and airy, often used in culinary descriptions.

Related Words

sponge:

A porous material often used for cleaning or absorbing.

porous:

Having small holes that let air and liquid pass through.

Slang Meanings of spongy

Meaning: Describing something as weak or ineffectual.

Example Sentence: That proposal was too spongy to be taken seriously.

Meaning: Referring to someone who is overly dependent or drains resources.

Example Sentence: He's so spongy, always asking for favors without giving anything back.