GLUE Synonyms: 27 Similar and Opposite Words

glue 1 of 2

noun

ˈglü

Definition of glue

as in adhesive

a substance used to stick things together used glue to stick the photo in the album

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verb

as in to bind

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Recent Examples of glue

Noun

For makeup artist Elisa Bailon, no-glue lashes are perfect for users who love the look of traditional lashes but have struggled with applying them. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 14 Sep. 2026 The results confirmed that ancient Egyptians frequently used cow glue, as well as collagens derived from sheep, goats, horses, donkeys, and antelope. — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2026

Verb

The structures are made using biological molecules found in their own saliva to glue the earth together. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 24 June 2026 Heretic made 20,000 discovery sets and the images are hand glued into the pages of every single one. — Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 16 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for glue

Recent Examples of Synonyms for glue

Noun

The resulting adhesive reportedly outperformed heavy-duty duct tape in adhesion strength.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 21 Sep. 2026
Without hesitation, Gardner stepped in to help, despite the fact that the paint and adhesives made his body swell and blister the following day.

— Maven Navarro, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of adhesive

Verb

This process can be even more pronounced in smaller galaxies in which the gravitational influence is weaker, and the black holes are less likely to be strongly bound to the galactic center.

— Robert Lea, Space.com, 29 Sep. 2026
Offering max-level cushioning without the bulk, these sneakers are easy to pair with plenty of pieces in your travel wardrobe and add a dose of personality that’s bound to draw compliments.

— Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of bind

Verb

Across 13 tracks, Emjay (whose stage name is an acronym for her real name, María José) fuses genres like pop, rock, trap and hyperpop, turning the mix into an act of uninhibited freedom.

— Lyndsey Havens, Billboard, 25 Sep. 2026
The Comeback Kid fuses Elijah Craig whiskey, Averna, lemon, ginger, ginger beer and mint into a more sophisticated sort of mule.

— Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of fuse

Verb

The shoe is a high-heeled sandal made of nuanced lines and subtle curves, appearing to wrap the foot in ribbon-like bands that encircle the ankle and fasten with a gold buckle.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026
So wake up with chin straps fastened and mouthpieces in place.

— Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 17 Sep. 2026