bulgy
/'bʌldʤin/ Cách viết khác : (bulgy) /'bʌldʤ/
Definition
Adjective: - Curving outward: Describes something that has a rounded, protruding, or swollen shape, extending beyond its normal or flat surface.
Usage
The adjective "bulgy" is used to describe the physical shape of an object or a part of an object that swells outward. It often implies a noticeable, rounded protrusion. - It is typically used attributively (before a noun) or predicatively (after a linking verb like "be" or "look"). - It describes a temporary or permanent state of being outwardly curved.
Examples
- Attributive use (before a noun):
- He carried a bulgy backpack full of books.
- The bulgy tires of the old bicycle made for a bumpy ride.
- Predicative use (after a linking verb):
- The sack of potatoes looked bulgy and heavy.
- Her eyes were bulgy from the pressure of the diving mask.
Advanced Usage
- Comparative and Superlative Forms: The standard forms are "bulgier" and "bulgiest."
- After the rain, the stream was bulgier than usual.
- This is the bulgiest pillow I've ever seen.
Variants and Related Words
- Bulge (noun): A rounded swelling or outward curve.
- There was a noticeable bulge in his pocket.
- Bulge (verb): To swell or curve outward.
- The sails bulged in the strong wind.
- Bulging (adjective, present participle): Often used interchangeably with "bulgy" to describe something that protrudes.
- He had bulging muscles.
Synonyms
- Protuberant: Sticking out; projecting.
- Swollen: Enlarged or puffed up, typically from internal pressure.
- Convex: Having a surface that curves outward like the exterior of a sphere or circle. (More formal/geometric)
- Distended: Swollen due to pressure from inside; often used for internal organs or containers.
Antonyms
- Concave: Curving inward.
- Flat: Level and even; without curves or protrusions.
- Sunken: Having fallen in or curved inward.
Related Phrases and Idioms
- Bulge at the seams: To be so full as to be almost bursting. (This idiom uses the related noun "bulge").
- After the huge meal, I felt like I was bulging at the seams.
- Battle of the Bulge: The name of a major World War II battle, metaphorically referencing a "bulge" in the front lines. (This is a proper noun using the related word).
Adjective
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curving outward
