lumpy

Everyday

1. Lumpy means full of lumps, not smooth. tree →
2. A lumpy surface has bumps on it. tree →

In the lessons

In cooking, lumpy porridge, gravy or custard has not been stirred well. In everyday life, a lumpy mattress or pillow is uncomfortable. In science, mixing powders into water carefully stops them going lumpy.

Examples

• The custard went lumpy because I didn't stir it. tree →
• This mattress is old and lumpy. tree →
• Stir the flour into the milk so it doesn't get lumpy. tree →
• The field was lumpy with molehills. tree →
• I don't like lumpy mashed potatoes. tree →
• Her bag was lumpy with toys. tree →

Note

Comparison: lumpier, lumpiest (y changes to i). Noun: lump. Opposite: smooth. A new lump on the body should be shown to a doctor.