Synonyms for

Crisp

Adjective / krɪsp / Another word for crisp — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Crunchy and easily breakable, fresh, and cold.

Synonyms & similar words

crease laconic terse frizzly scrunch wrinkle frizzy crispy crinkle toast nappy nippy curt crispen kinky snappy nipping sharp chip ruckle frosty crunchy fresh crispy brittle fragile firm hard clean neat tidy sharp cool chilly cold invigorating refreshing bracing stimulating tonic exhilarating

Synonyms by register

Formal

brisk clear sharp invigorating

Informal

crunchy snappy fresh

Literary

pellucid resplendent

Antonyms

soggy limp mushy flabby soft damp

Common collocations

  • crisp autumn air
  • crisp white shirt
  • crisp sound
  • crisp lettuce
  • crisp morning
  • crisp pages
  • crisp outline

Word family

verb crisp
adjective crisp
adverb crisply

Usage note

Primarily used to describe texture, temperature, or clarity. Can also refer to a sharp, clear sound or appearance.

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Example sentences

  1. The lettuce was crisp and refreshing.
  2. The crackers were so crisp that they broke easily.
  3. The air was crisp on the fall morning.
  4. The bacon was cooked to a crisp.
  5. The new shirt felt crisp and clean.

Quotes

  • The air was crisp and clean.
  • The leaves were crisp under my feet.
  • The apples were crisp and juicy.

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