What does juicier mean?
“Juicier” is the comparative form of “juicy,” the adjective describing something full of juice or moisture. In its literal sense, it is used when comparing foods, fruit, meat, or other substances, as in “These plums are juicier than those.” In figurative English, “juicier” describes something that seems more appealing, intriguing, or tempting, especially a story, piece of gossip, or revealing detail. This use is informal and can carry the implication that the information is especially interesting or sensational. The word is common in both British and American English, although the figurative sense is more characteristic of conversational and journalistic writing. As a comparative, it normally requires two alternatives, though it can also be used to intensify an impression in a larger context.
adjectiveThe comparative form of juicy: containing more juice or moisture, and therefore more succulent. Figuratively, it means more appealing, intriguing, or tempting, especially in reference to a story, details, or gossip.
- Containing more juice or moisture; more succulent.
- More appealing, intriguing, or tempting, especially in reference to a story, details, or gossip.
"The grilled chicken was juicier than the baked chicken."
"Choose the juicier piece of fruit if you want the best flavor."
"The newspaper gave readers the juicier version of the scandal."
When one story is juicier than another, it is not literally wetter—it is simply more tempting to hear.
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.
Etymology of juicier
The word derives from “juice,” which comes through Old French from Latin sucus, meaning “juice” or “liquid.” “Juicy” was formed from that noun and became an English adjective during the Middle English period. The modern form “juicier” is simply the comparative of “juicy.” Related English words include “juiciness,” while Latin-derived “succulent” and “suction” belong to a broader family associated with the root idea of liquid or moisture.
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How juicier is actually used
The literal sense is standard in everyday English. The figurative sense is informal and can suggest that information is especially interesting, revealing, or sensational.