adjective
- containing a lot of starch
- very formal and serious in manner; stiff
Usage: informal
Examples
- Potatoes and rice are starchy foods that provide energy.
- The doctor recommended reducing starchy vegetables in her diet.
- Pasta is a starchy carbohydrate that athletes often eat before competitions.
- The principal had a starchy demeanor that intimidated the students.
- His starchy attitude made it difficult to have a casual conversation.
- She found the formal dinner party too starchy for her taste.