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Comparative
more starchy
Superlative
most starchy
1
(of food) containing starch in large amounts
- The starchy potatoes were mashed into a creamy side dish.
- She avoided eating starchy foods like white rice and pasta to manage her blood sugar levels.
- He cooked a starchy risotto with Arborio rice, resulting in a rich and creamy texture.
- The noodles in the soup were starchy and filling, providing sustenance on a cold day.
- They served a starchy cornbread alongside the barbecue ribs.
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2
formal or overly proper in behavior, speech, or appearance
- His starchy attitude made it hard to connect with him.
- She gave a starchy response, avoiding any warmth in her tone.
- The starchy butler refused to relax, even during casual moments.
- His starchy manners didn’t fit in with the relaxed vibe of the gathering.
- The interviewee came across as starchy, making the conversation feel stiff.
3
stiffened with starch, making the fabric firm or crisp
- The starchy shirt made him feel uncomfortable all day.
- She ironed the starchy apron before serving dinner.
- His starchy collar was so tight it felt like it might snap.
- The starchy cuffs on his suit gave it a formal, rigid look.
- The starchy pants rustled as he walked across the room.