Squishiest: meaning, definitions and examples
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squishiest
[ ˈskwɪʃiɪst ]
soft texture
The term 'squishiest' refers to the superlative form of 'squishy,' indicating something that has an exceptionally soft, pliable, or easily compressed quality. Items described as squishiest tend to yield easily to pressure and often return to their original shape once the pressure is released. This adjective is commonly used to describe materials such as marshmallows, soft toys, or certain types of food. It can also be used metaphorically to convey feelings of tenderness or affection.
Synonyms
most compressible, most pliable, most yielding, softest.
Examples of usage
- The squishiest pillow provides the best support.
- This marshmallow is the squishiest I've ever eaten.
- Among all the toys, this one is the squishiest.
- The squishiest part of the cake is what I like most.
Translations
Translations of the word "squishiest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais macio
🇮🇳 सबसे नरम
🇩🇪 am weichsten
🇮🇩 paling lembut
🇺🇦 найм’якший
🇵🇱 najbardziej miękki
🇯🇵 最も柔らかい
🇫🇷 le plus mou
🇪🇸 el más suave
🇹🇷 en yumuşak
🇰🇷 가장 부드러운
🇸🇦 الأكثر نعومة
🇨🇿 nejměkčí
🇸🇰 najmäkší
🇨🇳 最柔软的
🇸🇮 najmehkejši
🇮🇸 mjúkasti
🇰🇿 ең жұмсақ
🇬🇪 ყველაზე რბილი
🇦🇿 ən yumşaq
🇲🇽 el más suave
Etymology
The word 'squishy' is derived from the verb 'squish,' which dates back to the early 19th century, possibly originating from a blend of 'squeeze' and 'squash.' The verb suggests the action of compressing or crushing something, often resulting in a soft or mushy texture. The addition of the '-y' suffix gives the term a more playful and informal tone, implying an exaggerated or endearing quality. Over time, 'squishy' has been adopted into various contexts, especially in descriptions of food, toys, and other items that exhibit this soft and elastic characteristic. The use of 'squishiest' as the superlative form indicates the highest degree of this quality, adding to its charm and appeal.