# gummy

/ˈɡəmi/ (US) · /ɡˈʌmi/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/gummy
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

describing something that is soft, sticky, and has a sweet taste. You use this to talk about things like candy or the texture of a food.

For teachers: characterised by a soft, sticky, and sweet texture. Often used to describe confections or the consistency of certain foods.

## Examples

- The children love eating gummy bears.
- The recipe calls for gummy candies to be melted down and used as a sweet filling for the cookies.
- The chef experimented with various gummy textures to create a dessert that was both visually appealing and satisfying to the palate.

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