What is another word for sticky?

Common synonyms for sticky include gluey, glutinous, gummy, mucilaginous, pasty, viscid, viscous, adhesive.

sticky

Words that rhyme with sticky include tricky, mickey, picky, hickey.

/ˈstɪki/adjective2 syllables

Sticky means: having the sticky properties of an adhesive.

adjective, as in having the sticky properties of an adhesive

gluey, glutinous, gummy, mucilaginous, pasty, viscid, viscous, adhesive

adjective, as in hard to deal with; especially causing pain or embarrassment

adjective, as in hot or warm and humid

muggy, steamy, wet

adjective, as in moist as with undried perspiration and with clothing sticking to the body

adjective, as in covered with an adhesive material

also used for sticky

claggy, close, tenacious, sultry

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adjective

having the sticky properties of an adhesive

hard to deal with; especially causing pain or embarrassment“awkward (or embarrassing or difficult) moments in the discussion”

hot or warm and humid“muggy weather”

moist as with undried perspiration and with clothing sticking to the body“felt sticky and chilly at the same time”

covered with an adhesive material

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

two syllables

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For sticky spots on hard surfaces, a microfiber cloth or sponge is usually effective.Amastan
If you're unsure how to handle specific sticky spots, ask for guidance.Amastan
For sticky spots on glass, a solution of water and vinegar works well.Amastan
On clothing, pretreat sticky spots with a stain remover before washing.Amastan
Don't forget to clean the handles and grips of utensils, especially if they're sticky.Amastan
In a horror film, many characters come to a sticky end.sundown
If the dough is too sticky, it can't be kneaded.sundown
Sticky tape works as a temporary solution, but will not last long.bigfellow68

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as a adjective