FLOPPY Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

floppy

adjective

ˈflä-pē

Definition of floppy

as in limp

not stiff in structure my basset hound is always tripping over her long, floppy ears

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Recent Examples of floppy The outer leaves of the cabbage should look crisp, not wilted or floppy. — Laura Manzano, Martha Stewart, 18 Sep. 2026 If anything, the fact that centuries-old rituals coexist with sweet Italian sausages and big, floppy pizza slices speaks to a lengthy, strenuous and beautiful process of cultural assimilation. — Clare Whitton, The Conversation, 17 Sep. 2026 Modeling the look in the floor-length mirror of her hotel room, the mom of one paired the look with a floppy white sunhat, shades, and a pair of cream slippers. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 23 Aug. 2026 The clothes are body-conscious—with the occasional nod to a floppy tradwife sleeve. — Robin Givhan, Vanity Fair, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for floppy

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limp

Adjective

Layton was reportedly blue and limp, and Ryker had no heart rate and had to be resuscitated.

— Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Oct. 2026
Thomas drives away with a limp, malfunctioning Vision next to him, and an illusory, wisecracking Ultron in the back seat.

— Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 14 Oct. 2026

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flopping (down)

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flops

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