crackly

adjective

crack·​ly ˈkra-k(ə-)lē How to pronounce crackly (audio)
Synonyms of cracklynext
: inclined to crackle : crisp

Examples of crackly in a Sentence

the crackly sound of the old record
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As gentle electronica played over a crackly speaker, the women laughed and chatted, eventually doing as asked. Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026 In the middle of one dinner, Azumi pulled out a book-sized, off-white oval platter with a crackly glaze. Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026 It’s finished with a crackly sugary glaze that echoes that classic apple-fritter crunch, plus a tangy sour cream icing that sets it apart. Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Mar. 2026 As the day lengthens, and between moves, a little grease imprints each of my pieces—the residue of crackly griot, pikliz, and tostones. Inés Anguiano, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for crackly

Word History

First Known Use

1732, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of crackly was in 1732

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“Crackly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crackly. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.

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