viscid

vis·cid

adj \ˈvi-səd\

Definition of VISCID

1

a : having an adhesive quality : sticky b : having a glutinous consistency : viscous

2

: covered with a sticky layer

— vis·cid·i·ty \vi-ˈsi-də-tē\ noun

— vis·cid·ly \ˈvi-səd-lē\ adverb

Examples of VISCID

1. <honey that turned even more viscid in the cold>

Origin of VISCID

Late Latin viscidus, from Latin viscum birdlime — more at viscous

First Known Use: 1635

Related to VISCID

Synonyms: ropy (also ropey), syrupy, thick, viscous

Antonyms: runny, soupy, thin, watery

Related Words: creamy, heavy, slushy, thickened, thickish, turbid, undiluted; semifluid, semiliquid; gluey, glutinous, sticky; gelatinous, gooey, gummy, jellylike; concentrated, condensed

Near Antonyms: flowing, fluid; dilute, diluted, liquid, watered-down, weak

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