BLOCKISH Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

blockish

adjective

Definition of blockish

as in blocky

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Recent Examples of blockish The venue was a blockish and forbidding space called Magazine, which squats in a loop of the Thames, in southeast London. — Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 13 July 2026 PowerBlock’s blockish design has critics comparing it to reaching into a toaster but the brand has solid loyalty among serious home-gym owners and strength enthusiasts. — David Hochman, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026 Stylistically, these bulky sculptures are like many in the show, whether large or small — solid, blockish, refined but not delicate. — Los Angeles Times, 5 Aug. 2021

Recent Examples of Synonyms for blockish

Adjective

The bathroom’s been updated, too, with a soaking tub and blocky tiling.

— Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 12 Oct. 2026
The Jaguar Type 01 is a long, low-slung electric sedan featuring imposing, blocky styling -- a far cry from sleek Jaguars of the past.

— ABC News, ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of blocky

Adjective

LeBron James‘ signature Nike line has long come in heavier and bulkier than other basketball shoes while prioritizing stability, but his newest model is bringing a new focus on shedding weight.

— Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026
That thinner, less bulky design could be cheaper to build and could move more efficiently.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of bulky

Adjective

Slickwater uses a mix of water, sand, and thin, friction-reducing chemicals rather than thicker gels to shatter dense shale rock deep underground and free the gas.

— Jordan Blum, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2026
Tortoises routinely seek shade under dense bushes, vanish into mangroves, or shelter from the scorching equatorial sun.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2026