cobwebby

adjective

ˈkäb-ˌwe-bē How to pronounce cobwebby (audio)
Definition of cobwebbynext
1
as in filmy
being of a material lacking in sturdiness or substance wore a gown of cobwebby georgette

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2
as in stereotyped
used or heard so often as to be dull cobwebby bits of cracker-barrel philosophy that were stale even 200 years ago

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3
as in sheer
very thin and easy to see through a cobwebby crocheted doily

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cobwebby
  1. filmy
  2. stereotyped
  3. sheer
  4. gossamer
  5. tired
  6. transparent
  7. gauzy
  8. musty
Adjective
  • Washing machines can't rinse effectively when too much detergent has been added, leaving a sticky, filmy residue on clothes that transfers over to the dryer.
    — Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 4 July 2026
  • Skin that feels tight or filmy after showering and hair that looks dull despite quality products are other common red flags.
    — Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2026
Definition of filmy
Adjective
  • Despite their outer appearances and oftentimes stereotyped personalities, the ladies embrace each other’s depths and contradictions.
    — Meagan Jordan, VIBE.com, 10 July 2026
  • This is a directed, stereotyped behavior in which the highest-resolution region of the somatosensory surface is brought to bear on the object requiring the most detailed analysis.
    — Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Definition of stereotyped
Adjective
  • The facts of his biography, no matter how outrageous, could not possibly explain the sheer derangement of his output.
    — Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2026
  • This means investor scrutiny will extend beyond the sheer scale of AI investment to encompass debt burdens, capital costs, and return timelines.
    — , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of sheer
Adjective
  • As with anything related to Meghan and Harry, even the most gossamer threads of gossip quickly ignited, and news of Meghan’s mysterious new role spread across multiple continents.
    — K.J. Yossman, Variety, 25 Aug. 2026
  • But a gossamer jacket tossed over a swimsuit on a breezy evening?
    — Jennifer Noyes, Air Mail, 25 Apr. 2026
Definition of gossamer
Adjective
  • Pinterest says Gen Z and Millennials are putting their own spins on trends rather than copying them, a sign that visible under-eyes and lived-in finishes could outlast the tired girl label itself.
    — Ashley Lynch, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The Republican president looks increasingly tired and running out of steam, has not introduced any major new initiatives and could see the political writing on the wall.
    — Joe Battenfeld, Mercury News, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of tired
Adjective
  • Wonder also has a transparent compensation system so employees can see what others at the company make.
    — Mia Osmonbekov, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Moreover, perovskites are lightweight and can be engineered to be semi-transparent, enabling Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV).
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of transparent
Adjective
  • Most of the time, senators exercising this role must rely on gauzy assurances and strained analogies to the candidate’s performance in previous positions.
    — Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The late-morning sun peeked through a gauzy veil of fog, bright laughter echoing over the giddy whisper of tulle as the brides posed for pictures outside the Santa Barbara County Courthouse.
    — Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026
Definition of gauzy
Adjective
  • Add Vinegar If your towel has a musty smell, adding white vinegar to the wash during the next cycle may do the trick.
    — Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Damp basement walls, musty odors, and water stains around basement windows are all signs that water may be entering your home’s foundation.
    — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of musty
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