CRISPY Synonyms: 25 Similar and Opposite Words

crispy

adjective

ˈkri-spē

Definition of crispy

as in crisp

having a texture that readily breaks into little pieces under pressure the crispy potato chips snapped satisfyingly in my mouth

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Recent Examples of crispy For a crispier chip, reduce the honey to 1/4 cup and cook the butter-honey mixture for the full 3 minutes before coating the chips. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2026 Like the rest of the Jöey flavors, the crisps are satisfyingly salty and ultra-crispy, great on their own or served alongside soup or salad. — Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 July 2026 With a lighter batter the fish will be crispier, less greasy, and more delicious. — Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 18 June 2026 Try the crispy chicken sandwich and sweet potato waffle fries. — Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for crispy

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At very least the Ringhams’ sound, throughout, remains crisp, clear, and spine-tingling.

— Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2026
Inside, the interiors are a study in understated neutrals—warm gray,brown tones, and crisp white walls allow the marble fireplace and expansive lake views to serve as the art pieces.

— Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of crisp

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Aging humans, on the other hand, are more like peanut brittle.

— Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026
On winding roads, its model-specific suspension tuning and focus on weight reduction translate into exceptional body control at speed without becoming brittle or overly rigid in slower, more technical sections.

— Bradley Iger, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026

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