Pudgy-faced

Describing a person, typically a child or young individual, with a plump or rounded face characterized by excess fat in the cheeks and chin. The term often implies a cherubic, innocent, or youthful appearance. It suggests a face that is full and somewhat soft in its contours, and may be associated with a generally healthy or well-fed appearance. It is typically not used for adults, and if it is it is not generally seen as a compliment. The appearance typically has some resemblance to an infant's or toddler's face. It highlights a fullness, roundness and often has a slight double chin as well.

Pudgy-faced meaning with examples

• The little girl, with her rosy cheeks and pudgy-faced innocence, clutched her teddy bear tightly. Her infectious giggle echoed through the playground as she chased after her siblings. The gentle expression of her face made her resemble a porcelain doll. Everyone loved her pudgy-faced expressions and they always put a smile on every ones face.
• The artist was known for his depictions of cherubic children; each portrait featured a pudgy-faced boy or girl, capturing the sweetness of childhood. His style was unique and many museums housed his work. Many art critics would call his work 'child-like' but in the most positive of ways. He would capture the emotions that would make you smile.
• Even in her teenage years, Sarah retained a certain pudgy-faced quality, a lingering echo of her younger self. She would get that look when she was embarrassed as well. Though, that was one of the characteristics that her friends and loved ones adored most about her. Her facial features would give her away, and the love only grew.
• The photograph captured the actor during his younger years, revealing a pudgy-faced young man with a shy smile. The photos were rare since he generally was a recluse in his private life. The pictures were worth many millions of dollars. Many of his acting jobs, he was a very popular actor, the pudgy faced version of him was the most famous, though.