earthier; earthiest
1
a
: of, relating to, or consisting of earth
earthy creatures like worms
b
: suggestive of earth (as in texture, odor, or color)
an earthy yellow
c
: rough, coarse, or plain in taste
earthy flavors
2
3
: suggestive of plain or poor people or their ways: such as
a
: practical, down-to-earth
earthy problems of daily life
c
: plain and simple in style : unsophisticated
earthy peasant cookery
earthy decor
earthiness
noun
Examples of earthy in a Sentence
a blend of earthy colors
The wine had an earthy flavor.
Critics were impressed by the movie's earthy realism.
food made with simple, earthy ingredients
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Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 18 Apr. 2025
The drink is bright green and veers toward the sweeter side of the flavor spectrum, with notes of tart citrus and earthy green tea.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2025
The Botanist Gin lays the earthy foundation, while maraschino liqueur and crème de violette add a whisper of sweetness and a dreamy, lavender-hued glow.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Meanwhile, Lee is an earthy bohemian goddess who spends much of her screen time gardening.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2025
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“Earthy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/earthy. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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earthier; earthiest
1
: consisting of or resembling earth
an earthy flavor
2
a
: suggestive of plain or poor people or their ways : practical sense 4, down-to-earth
earthy problems of everyday life
b
: not polite : crude
earthy humor
earthiness
noun
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