thumpy

thumpy

English

Etymology

From thump +‎ -y.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈθʌmpi/
  • Rhymes: -ʌmpi

Adjective

thumpy (comparative thumpier, superlative thumpiest)

  1. (of music) Characterised by thumping sounds from the drums.
    • 2009 August 28, The New York Times, “Pop and Rock Listings”, in New York Times‎[1]:
      Like all talented screamers, Ms. Paternoster also knows when to exhibit a bit of restraint, and the bulk of her vocals are steady, tough and clear, a nice accompaniment to the group’s thumpy, lo-fi punk-rock.
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