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starchy
01
(of food) containing starch in large amounts
Grammatical Information
Composition
Compound
qualitative
Superlative
starchiest
Comparative
starchier
gradable
Examples
The starchy potatoes were mashed into a creamy side dish.
02
formal or overly proper in behavior, speech, or appearance
Examples
His starchy attitude made it hard to connect with him.
03
stiffened with starch, making the fabric firm or crisp
Examples
The starchy shirt made him feel uncomfortable all day.
Lexical Tree
starchy
starch
