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Sticky
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Sticky
/ˈstɪki/
A term used to describe something that adheres or clings easily to surfaces, often leaving a residue or tacky feeling.
Synonyms:
tacky
adhesive
glutinous
viscous
gummy
Antonyms:
smooth
slippery
dry
Examples:
Ideas are
sticky
.
A
sticky
business.
The air was
sticky
and humid, and the rain-squalls were unrefreshing.
Etymology:
Derived from Middle English
stikie
, from Old English
sticig
, meaning pointed or sharp, which evolved to imply something that adheres easily.
Usage Statistics:
46 mentions per 1 million words
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