frothy

adjective

ˈfrȯ-thē  -t͟hē 

frothier; frothiest

1

: full of or consisting of froth

2

a

: gaily frivolous or light in content or treatment : insubstantial

a frothy comedy

b

: made of light thin material

frothily

ˈfrȯ-thə-lē 

-t͟hə-

adverb

frothiness

ˈfrȯ-thē-nəs 

-t͟hē-

noun

Synonyms of frothy

• bubbly
• foamy
• sparkling
• sudsy

Examples of frothy in a Sentence

a frothy dessert made of whipped egg whites and fruit puree

a frothy comedy that wouldn't exert the brain of a gnat

Recent Examples on the Web

Hilarity, hijinks, heartbreak, and hope ensue over the course of 10 frothy, fast-moving episodes. —Sarah Rodman, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Mar. 2026

Parmesan, finely grated (about 1 cup), and blend until combined but not yet frothy, 5–10 seconds. —Inés Anguiano, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Mar. 2026

Regional cactus fruits and desert herbs are a highlight of Tierra’s three-course feasts, including the minty and rosemary-like rica-rica, which is as delicious in a sorbet as a frothy pisco sour. —Mark Johanson, Outside, 18 Mar. 2026

This secondary shake will develop a frothy head because of the pineapple juice. —Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1