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

2 of 2

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

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 Spoon the filling into flour tortillas, roll them up, and place them seam-side down in a greased 9x13 baking dish. — Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 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 September 2023, the Biden administration facilitated the release of $6 billion in frozen Iranian assets in exchange for the release of five Americans detained by Tehran.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026
According to Karina, Cam has had an easy, decision-free life facilitated by Karina and their mother.

— Emma Sharpe, Vulture, 21 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

Walid Itayim plays a free and funky guitar solo over Sami Shabshab’s slick bassline, but the lyrics pierce straight through the upbeat tune.

— Shy Clara Thompson, Pitchfork, 23 Oct. 2026
And belief isn’t manufactured by marketing departments, slick hype videos or breathless preseason predictions.

— Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of slick

Adjective

Monday Volume for lift without greasy roots Stubbs also recommended Monday Volume Shampoo for hair that needs a boost without weight.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2026
My hair looks healthier and feels way smoother, and my final look comes out polished without any greasy residue.

— Valeriya Chupinina, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026