Adjectives that start with C

Adjectives that start with C

Describing words, to help you tell someone else what something is like.

Cis forCrumpled

Crumpled means squished into many small folds or wrinkles. Something crumpled is not smooth or flat anymore. People often crumple up paper when they throw it away.

Cis forCrunchy

Something, particularly a food, is described as crunchy if it breaks with a crackling noise as you chew it. Many breakfast cereals are crunchy. The opposite of crunchy is soft or soggy.

Cis forCupped

Something is cupped if it is in the shape of a cup. The man in the picture is holding a frog in his cupped hands.

Cis forCurious

You are curious if you want to learn more about something or someone.

Cis forCute

Something is cute if it is attractive, and small or young. Things that are often described as cute include kittens, puppies and babies, but many other things can be called cute too.