chummy

word

Definition

Very friendly with someone, often in a way that shows a close relationship or makes others notice the closeness.

Usage & Nuances

'Chummy' is informal and used to describe relationships that seem unusually close. It can sometimes imply too much familiarity or favoritism. Common in phrases like 'getting chummy with'. Not used for formal situations.

Example Sentences

They are so chummy that they finish each other's sentences.

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My boss and his assistant are quite chummy at work.

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They got chummy after going out for drinks together a few times.

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Don’t get too chummy with the manager; people might talk.

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The two students became chummy after working on a project together.

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Those politicians seem a bit too chummy for rivals, don’t you think?

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