grainy

Word parts

grain + -y

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈɡreɪni/

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Adjective

Positive grainy

Comparative grainier

Superlative grainiest

1. If something is grainy, it resembles grain.

   A grainy image.

2. If something is grainy, it is ground coarsely.
   • Synonym: gritty