Pronunciation: [skwˈɪʃi] (IPA) 
The word "squishy" is spelled as [ˈskwɪʃi] in IPA phonetic transcription. The first sound is "skw", which reflects the initial blend of "s" and "kw". The vowel sound is "ɪ", pronounced as "ih", followed by the "sh" sound, represented by "ʃ". Finally, the word ends with the "ee" sound, written as "i". "Squishy" is the perfect word to describe something soft and malleable to the touch, like a jelly or sponge.
Adjective: Squishy
1. Describing a soft and yielding texture or consistency that can be easily deformed or compressed when pressure is applied.
2. Characterized by a lack of firmness or resilience; having a spongy or malleable quality that makes it susceptible to being flattened, squeezed, or shaped by external forces.
3. Referring to a sensation produced when touching or manipulating something that is yielding and pliable, often resulting in a slight sinking or sinking feeling.
4. Indicating an object or material that feels like it contains or holds moisture, giving it a damp or wet quality, although it may not actually be damp.
5. Informally used to describe people, ideas, or situations that lack solidity, coherence, or clear boundaries, often suggesting a lack of direction, stability, or reliability.
6. Pertaining to a feeling or experience that evokes tenderness, sentimentality, or emotional vulnerability, often associated with heartfelt or affectionate emotions.
Example sentences:
1. The pillow was incredibly squishy, allowing me to sink my head into it for a comfortable night's sleep.
2. The stress ball was made of a squishy material that let me squeeze and reshape it to relieve tension.
3. As I stepped on the muddy ground, my shoes sank into the squishy soil.
4. The cake had a moist and squishy texture, making it irresistibly delicious.
5. The governmental policy was criticized for its squishy approach, lacking clear guidelines or objectives.
6. After watching the romantic movie, I couldn't help but feel all warm and squishy inside.
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The word "squishy" is considered an onomatopoeic term, meaning it is derived from the sound that it represents. Specifically, "squishy" is believed to come from the sound that a soft and damp substance makes when it is pressed or squeezed. Its exact etymology and earliest usage are uncertain, as it is a relatively recent addition to the English language.
