NYT Dictionary

TUBBY

/ˈtʌbi/
AdjectiveNounTUB-bytub-by · 2 syllablesGrade 5

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

Meaning

stout, rotund

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From tub + -y. False cognate with chubby, even though they are often interchangeable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

dumpypodgypudgyadiposebeefybloatedblockyblowzybosomybrawny

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:

Join the Spelling Bee Community

Get solving strategies, rare word lists, and puzzle tips in your inbox every week.