Synonyms of adhesive

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adjective

as in sticky

tending to adhere to objects upon contact

walked barefoot through adhesive, clayey mud

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sticky
• adherent
• gummy
• gluey
• glutinous
• tacky
• tenacious
• clingy
• viscid
• viscous
• gelatinous
• gooey
• syrupy
• ropy
• ropey
• tarry
• pitchy

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• nonviscous
• nonadhesive

adhesive

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noun

as in glue

a substance used to stick things together

prefers postage stamps coated with adhesive so that she doesn't have to do any licking

Synonyms & Similar Words

• glue
• cement
• size
• epoxy
• bond
• mucilage
• epoxy resin
• gum
• water glass
• superglue
• paste
• goo
• library paste
• dope