Definition

Noun: 1. The quality or state of being plump; roundness and fullness of form, especially in a pleasing or healthy way. It refers to a bodily property characterized by being well-rounded, filled out, and somewhat fleshy, often implying a soft, rounded shape rather than being skinny or fat.

Usage

The word "plumpness" is a neutral or often positive term describing physical roundness. It is commonly used to describe cheeks, arms, or overall body shape that is full and rounded in a soft, appealing manner. It suggests a state of being pleasantly filled out.

Examples

• The plumpness of the baby's cheeks made everyone smile.
• She appreciated the healthy plumpness of the ripe peaches.
• With age, he lost the plumpness of his youth and became quite thin.

Advanced Usage

• "A certain plumpness": This phrase is often used to suggest a noticeable but not excessive degree of roundness.
  • The actress was known for a certain plumpness that made her roles feel more relatable.

Variants and Related Words

• Plump (adjective): Having a full, rounded shape. (e.g., , )
• Plump (verb): To make or become plump; to drop or fall heavily or suddenly.
• Plumpish (adjective): Somewhat plump.

Synonyms

• Chubbiness: Similar to plumpness, but can sometimes imply a shorter, squatter roundness.
• Fullness: The state of being filled out.
• Rotundity: Roundness of shape, often used in a more formal or humorous context.
• Buxomness (typically for women): Refers to an attractively full figure, especially the chest and hips.

Antonyms

• Thinness
• Slenderness
• Gauntness
• Emaciation

Idioms and Phrases

• None directly formed with "plumpness". However, the related adjective "plump" is used in idioms like:
  • "Plump for" (phrasal verb): To choose or decide on something enthusiastically.

    • When voting, I'll plump for the candidate with the most experience.

Noun

1. the bodily property of being well rounded