Word parts swamp + -y Adjective Positive swampy Comparative swampier Superlative swampiest If a place is swampy, the ground is like a swamp. It is usually wet, soggy, or the water might be deep enough to wade through. Usually the place will be shady and with lots of trees. The hike led through some swampy sections, unfortunately.Wikiwand - on Seamless Wikipedia browsing. On steroids.Remove ads