What is big chungus?

Big Chungus is a popular internet meme that originated from a particular scene in the cartoon "Merrie Melodies," featuring Bugs Bunny. In this scene, Bugs momentarily inflates himself to mock Elmer Fudd, adopting a comically large and round appearance. This still image of Bugs Bunny was humorously captioned "Big Chungus," and it quickly gained traction online, becoming a viral meme.

The term "Chungus" was coined by video game journalist Jim Sterling before it was associated with the image of Bugs Bunny, and it was adopted in the context of the meme to describe something large or chunky in a humorous manner. Since gaining popularity, Big Chungus has been referenced in various memes, videos, and even video games, often being used as a humorous emblem of largeness or jovial mockery. The meme is a prime example of how internet culture can transform a simple image or idea into a widespread and enduring pop culture phenomenon.