Synonyms for

Choppy

Verb / ˈtʃɑ:pi: / Another word for choppy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having many small, rough waves

Synonyms & similar words

jerky rough bumpy uneven jagged churning turbulent stormy ragged knotty tossed tempestuous wild unpredictable unstable disordered erratic inconsistent chopfallen unsmooth ruffled

Example sentences

  1. The ocean was choppy and made the boat rock back and forth.
  2. The wind made the leaves on the trees look choppy.
  3. The haircut was choppy and uneven.
  4. The music had a choppy rhythm that was hard to dance to.
  5. The handwriting was choppy and hard to read.

Quotes

  • The sea was choppy, the wind brisk, and the clouds gray.
  • The boat rocked on the choppy waves.
  • The choppy waters made it difficult to fish.

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