GREASY Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

greasy

adjective

ˈgrē-sē

Definition of greasy

as in slicked

having or being a surface so smooth as to greatly reduce traction that wet tarmac road is greasy enough to send the car into a skid

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Recent Examples of greasy The result is an unusually fluid lotion that absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy film. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Sep. 2026 Using mayonnaise in the filling—and to grease the pan—instead of traditional schmaltz or olive oil helps ensure the kugel bakes off moist, rich, and crisp—never dry or greasy. — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Sep. 2026 This is a player who has been a modestly above-average finisher throughout his career, and has a serious nose for cashing in greasy goals at the net front. — Thomas Drance, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026 Since then, raw egg yolks, pickle brine, cumin seeds, six-packs of Coke, and greasy breakfast sandwiches have all been credited with easing our post-drinking ailments. — Shayla Love, New Yorker, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for greasy

Recent Examples of Synonyms for greasy

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

Adjective

Prepare for possibly slippery and muddy mosh pits at Shaky Knees or an evening inside because some stormy weather is expected Saturday in Atlanta, even while feels-like temperatures will climb to triple digits.

— Caroline Silva, AJC.com, 19 Sep. 2026
Rocks and boulders in and along creeks will often be slippery from years of erosion.

— Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of slippery

Adjective

Your fingers will be slick, so do not eat these at your laptop or around any sensitive paperwork or potential crime scenes.

— Alex Beggs, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026
Stone and Robert Icke, for example, have both built careers on transplanting old stories into slick contemporary containers, and, in varying degrees, those containers can come packed with power.

— Sara Holdren, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of slick

Adjective

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