GELATINOUS Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words

gelatinous

adjective

Definition of gelatinous

as in viscous

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Recent Examples of gelatinous Warmer ocean temperatures can also increase the presence of sea jellies and other gelatinous creatures, Jaros said. — Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026 Cedar apple rust has a dramatic appearance on junipers when the bright orange gelatinous masses with tentacles appear on the branches. — Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 14 June 2026 And she is aided by a talking gelatinous cube named Frank, voiced by Jack Quaid, fresh off his turn as Hughie in The Boys. — Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 3 June 2026 Within moments, the toy’s gelatinous interior exploded, dousing scalding material across his face and hands. — Hannah Nwoko, Parents, 23 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for gelatinous

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Several celebrities and their PR teams have denounced Perez for his viscous public insults, from Khloe Kardashian, Miley Cyrus, and Lady Gaga, a former friend of Perez.

— Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 5 Aug. 2026
And more than half of Venezuela’s barrels are destined for the United States, where refineries in the Gulf are capable of processing its heavy, viscous form of crude, said Jungman.

— Anna Cooban, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of viscous

Adjective

Fans say that the swirls of lemon filling are delightfully gooey, and that Costco’s blondies go above and beyond when delivering on the lemon flavor.

— Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2026
The chocolatey, ooey, gooey molten cake is filled with sweet, tart raspberries for the perfect bite.

— Phoebe Evans, Southern Living, 4 July 2026

Definition of gooey

Adjective

The concentrate has a syrupy viscosity and more intense flavor.

— Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 25 July 2026
Store up to 3 months in the refrigerator or at least 6 months in the freezer (the liquid won’t freeze, but will become thick and syrupy—delightful when poured over ice).

— Al Culliton, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 July 2026

Definition of syrupy

Adjective

Watch for thick ropey drool, bright red gums and tongue, weakness or wobbling, a rapid heart rate and vomiting or diarrhea.

— Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026
Closing out the first decade of sound film, Son of Frankenstein has far more ropey dialogue than entrancing atmosphere or a memorable arc for the Monster.

— Rory Doherty, Vulture, 20 Oct. 2025

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