Bumpy: meaning, definitions and examples

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bumpy

[ ˈbʌm.pi ]

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road conditions

Having many bumps or uneven surfaces.

Synonyms

jagged, rough, uneven

Examples of usage

We had to drive slowly on the bumpy road.
The bumpy terrain made hiking difficult.

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texture

Not smooth; having a rough surface.

Synonyms

irregular, rough, uneven

Examples of usage

The bumpy texture of the fabric was uncomfortable against my skin.
The artist used a bumpy paintbrush to create a unique effect.

Translations

Translations of the word "bumpy" in other languages:

🇵🇹 irregular

🇮🇳 ऊबड़-खाबड़

🇩🇪 holprig

🇮🇩 bergelombang

🇺🇦 нерівний

🇵🇱 wyboisty

🇯🇵 でこぼこした

🇫🇷 bosselé

🇪🇸 irregular

🇹🇷 engebeli

🇰🇷 울퉁불퉁한

🇸🇦 وعر

🇨🇿 hrbolatý

🇸🇰 hrboľatý

🇨🇳 崎岖

🇸🇮 grbinast

🇮🇸 hlykkjótt

🇰🇿 бұдырлы

🇬🇪 უხეში

🇦🇿 nahamar

🇲🇽 irregular

Word origin

The word 'bumpy' originated from the Middle English word 'bompi', meaning swollen or protuberant. It has been used to describe uneven surfaces or textures since the 16th century. The term 'bumpy' is commonly used in everyday language to refer to rough or uneven conditions.