GREASED Synonyms: 84 Similar and Opposite Words

greased 1 of 2

adjective

as in slicked

having or being a surface so smooth as to greatly reduce traction the floor was greased with condensation, and so we slid everywhere we went

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greased

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verb

past tense of grease

as in oiled

to coat (something) with a slippery substance in order to reduce friction make sure you grease the pan before you put the batter in

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as in facilitated

to free from obstruction or difficulty your help might grease the complicated adoption proceedings

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Recent Examples of greased

Adjective

Put the pie in a greased pie dish and bake until golden brown, about 30 minutes or so. — Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2026 Place the rolls spiral-side up in the greased baking dish, pressing down gently on top of each one. — Candy Hom, AJC.com, 27 Sep. 2026 Youngsters romped through the crowd, happily indulging in eggthrowing or dunking-machine antics or trying to climb to the pinnacle of a greased pole, where a $20 bill waited. — Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 July 2026 Using greased ¼-cup measure, drop cookie dough 3 inches apart onto prepared baking sheets. — ABC News, 29 June 2026 Bake from frozen at 425ºF in greased skillet, adding an extra 5 to 10 minutes as needed. — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 11 May 2026 Women also took part in the greased pig contest. — Arkansas Online, 9 May 2026 Place in the oven on a greased pan for 25-30 minutes. — Anita Jaisinghani, Houston Chronicle, 17 Mar. 2026

Verb

These hostesses greased the gears of power in the capital, and an invitation to their dinners was a chance to rub shoulders with Cabinet members and ambassadors and, occasionally, a bona fide celebrity. — Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 8 Oct. 2026 Guys loaded the shipment onto their boat once lots of hands had been greased. — George Boedecker Jr, Harpers Magazine, 1 Sep. 2026 David Luiz, Samuel Eto’o, Andre Schurrle — all these players contributed in some way to Chelsea’s success during the years when various fixers and middlemen were having their palms greased. — Daniel Taylor, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026 Line greased pan with parchment paper, allowing about 2 inches to extend past the edges. — Chadwick Boyd, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 July 2026 Whether they're getting greased after a Super Bowl or spoiling All-Star rosters, does any city's poles get as much attention as Philadelphia's? — Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026 My grid is, like, Turkish men getting their pecs greased up with oil, and then the other half is beautiful girls in Los Angeles emulsifying pasta in the pan. — Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 June 2026 There is a temptation to expand the view of this ruling, to look at the slippery slope that has been legally greased and pontificate about how this will lead to the further damnation of college sports. — Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 8 June 2026 With the title in their grasp, the Ducks have greased up their fingers, fumbling into a four-game winless slump. — Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for greased

Adjective

Between rough-cut fringe, mermaid wave extensions, a bouffant side part and a slicked ponytail, Madix and Bembridge fearlessly sampled every style and silhouette in the big book of hair this season.

— Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 13 July 2026
But if opting for a slicked knot that eliminates all natural texture feels a little too intense, a relaxed and romantic ballet bun can provide some welcome balance.

— Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 4 July 2026

Definition of slicked

Verb

In 2025, Young Storytellers facilitated the work of 786 volunteers who mentored more than 440 students weekly at 39 public schools and after-school sites across Los Angeles.

— Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 29 Oct. 2026
The massive breach of Binance occurs at a moment when cybersecurity defenses around the world are on high alert about the possibility of novel attacks facilitated by recent advances in artificial intelligence.

— David Ingram, NBC news, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of facilitated

Adjective

The collagen-rich mixture gives the noodles their slippery texture, which Orlando complements with smoked chili, sunflower-seed miso, and fermented chili cream.

— Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Oct. 2026
The connection between the electrode and the organic film is slippery.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of slippery

Verb

The day manager greeted her at the club, still in his shiny vest but now well lubricated and nearly slurring his words.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 9 Oct. 2026
Your eyes constantly produce a thin layer of basal tears to keep the cornea lubricated, and the duct quietly shuttles that trickle into the nose, where it’s absorbed or blended into normal nasal mucus without a trace.

— Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of lubricated

Adjective

Our conversation is also perfectly timed to Mohammed’s latest role in George Kay’s slick, sexy War, which landed a two-season order from Sky bosses.

— Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 28 Oct. 2026
According to Bell, the track's slick surface forces drivers to constantly adjust their racing lines as their tires wear down, creating opportunities for passing throughout a race.

— CBS News, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of slick

Verb

That sense of hospitality is even more pronounced on the second floor, with its vintage furniture and darkly luxurious decor of green stone, darkened zebrano, walnut and waxed bronzite, and velvet curtains.

— Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2026
During a recent chat at the F1 United States Grand Prix in Austin, Ben Sulayem waxed poetic about American cars, their V8 engines, and restomods.

— Jerry Perez, The Drive, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of waxed

Adjective

Unlike a traditional body lotion, the moisturizer’s lightweight, milky texture softens skin, smooths rough patches, and relieves dryness sans the greasy film.

— Madison San Miguel, Allure, 30 Oct. 2026
Sanitize solution appears to be greasy and the towels are not clean.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026