OILED Synonyms: 127 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

ˈȯi(-ə)ld

Definition of oiled

as in slicked

having or being a surface so smooth as to greatly reduce traction following the fuel spill, the resulting oiled stretch of roadway had to be closed to traffic

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as in fried

slang being under the influence of alcohol Casino operators like to keep their guests oiled and willing to part with their money.

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oiled

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verb

past tense of oil

as in greased

to coat (something) with a slippery substance in order to reduce friction if you oil the machinery on a regular basis, it will operate more efficiently

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Recent Examples of oiled

Adjective

The dresser has a classic silhouette with minimalist details like tapered legs and oiled hardware, and the mirror doubles as a vanity. — Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026 The watches are water-resistant to 50 meters and are made with a mineral crystal face, and a natural, oiled wax and coated leather strap. — Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 1 May 2026

Verb

Getting a wing who can defend, shoot and dribble adequately would have oiled the cogs of an often clunky offense. — Varun Shankar, Houston Chronicle, 4 May 2026 As with other criminal syndicates, the cartel has long oiled the gears of corruption with bribes. — Steve Fisher, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for oiled

Recent Examples of Synonyms for oiled

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

Foods that are high in fat, fried, greasy, heavily processed, or very rich can sit in the stomach longer and may worsen bloating or nausea while taking a GLP-1 medication.

— Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
But open the Rocket Stop doors, and the smell of seasoned, fried catfish cooked to order distinguishes this gas station from convenience stores in which hot food offerings are typically just hot dogs on roller grills.

— Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 17 July 2026

Definition of fried

Verb

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

Definition of greased

Adjective

That cushion grew in the 37th minute when Zambian forward Prisca Chilufya, who plays for Angel City FC in the NWSL, doubled their lead with a slick finish off a cross.

— Tamerra Griffin, New York Times, 6 Aug. 2026
The reaction strips off the stubborn chlorine atoms and clips the massive polymer chains into smaller, slicker segments.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of slick

Adjective

Ormund, who has spent the entirety of the battle looking for Ulf, finally finds the dragonseed passed out in the latrine after a morning spent in Lord Footly’s kitchen getting drunk on the Footly stores of ale.

— Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 10 Aug. 2026
After being publicly humiliated by Daemon Targaryen and lured to switch sides (with his dragon) to the Greens by Ormund Hightower, party animal Ulf is still drunk and MIA when the battle starts.

— Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of drunk

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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
Specifically, these plummeting estrogen levels impair your body's baseline production of natural hyaluronic acid, collagen, and elastin, the building blocks that keep your skin bouncy, plump, and lubricated.

— Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 28 May 2026

Definition of lubricated

Adjective

The race will go in the rain, except in the event of lightning or if major puddling makes the track slippery.

— ABC News, ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026
Here are details on packages of sliced turkey that will make the lunch crowd smile, and the wonky, slippery slices that will end up in the trash can.

— Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of slippery

Adjective

Across the 450-year window his team analyzed, eastern equatorial Africa was already sliding from a warmer, wetter regime into a cooler, drier one, tracking a natural cooling trend recorded in Greenland ice.

— Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 9 Aug. 2026
There were firearms in the house and plastic garbage bags, bleach, Lysol, and wet tools in a trailer outside.

— Nikki Battiste, CBS News, 9 Aug. 2026