gelatinous

adjective

Definition of gelatinousnext
as in viscous

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Recent Examples of gelatinous Now that these lovable chaos agents are joined by all manner of fearsome, gelatinous people-eaters, parents might be wondering whether to have their youngest tykes sit this installment out. — Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 1 July 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for gelatinous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gelatinous
  1. viscous
  2. gooey
  3. syrupy
  4. ropy
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  • Adding that there were multiple bloods; some waterier, some viscous, others stickier, Flanagan explained that blood for dropping was different from what needed to be painted on Howell, which could not drip off.
    — Alex Zalben, IndieWire, 9 Oct. 2026
  • This one appears quick opaque and viscous, but actually does a nice job at melting down onto the skin and absorbing quickly.
    — Lucy Partington, Glamour, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of viscous
Adjective
  • There’s just something about the crisp yet gooey texture that can’t be replicated.
    — Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The pudding is what gives the cake its decadently moist and gooey texture.
    — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026
Definition of gooey
Adjective
  • Add apple slices, and cook, stirring occasionally, until apples are softened and sugar mixture is syrupy, 10 to 12 minutes.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Bring to simmer and cook till reduced by about half and lightly syrupy.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 Aug. 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
Definition of ropy

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“Gelatinous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gelatinous. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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