Synonyms of slicked

slicked 1 of 2

adjective

as in slick

having or being a surface so smooth as to greatly reduce traction

area roadways, slicked with ice, were absolutely treacherous for driving

Synonyms & Similar Words

• slick
• slippery
• greased
• greasy
• lubricated
• oiled
• ground
• rubbed
• sanded
• slithery
• polished
• coated
• brushed
• slippy
• burnished
• glazed
• scraped
• waxed
• shined
• buffed
• glossed
• waxy
• soapy
• scrubbed
• scoured
• rasped
• sandblasted
• sandpapered

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• uneven
• roughened
• rough
• scuffed
• coarsened

slicked

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verb

past tense of slick

as in greased

to coat (something) with a slippery substance in order to reduce friction

slicking the bottom of their skis with wax

Synonyms & Similar Words

• greased
• oiled
• washed
• lubricated
• waxed
• wet
• soaked
• bathed
• drenched
• watered
• doused
• soused

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• roughened
• roughed
• dried
• parched
• seared
• coarsened
• dehydrated

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of slicked

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

Zendaya complemented her partner by wearing a black Christopher Cowan minidress and Christian Louboutin heels, paired with a slicked back hairstyle. — Sharareh Drury, Entertainment Weekly, 15 June 2026

The main event, though, is the ski room—where ski butlers furnish guests with state-of-the-art skis before sliding them onto the slicked Jardin Alpin piste with or without an instructor. — Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026

Watts wore a navy blue sparkly dress paired with black mules and a slicked back hairstyle. — Kayla Grant, People.com, 8 Sep. 2025

Verb

Ross’ hair was cleanly slicked back, and her makeup was natural and fresh, save for a subtle smokey eye created with a black liner at the outer third of her eyes. — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 20 Sep. 2026

Stalter kept the statuesque theme going with her beauty look, using Amika products to style her normally brunette locks in a structured golden updo that was slicked away from her face and featured tight curls at the top. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 14 Sep. 2026

Melrose had a relatable everyman’s broadcasting style, bringing a sense of humor to his insights, and easily was recognized by his goatee and slicked-back hair. — Stephen Whyno, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026

Zendaya wore her hair in a sleek ponytail with select strands slicked to her forehead, and a dramatic smoky eye look. — Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 28 July 2026

And then Hegseth was off to be powdered and rouged and hair-slicked. — Pat Beall, Sun Sentinel, 25 July 2026

Work boots lacked traction, which isn’t ideal when playing on British turf often muddied by rain or slicked by winter frosts. — Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 2 July 2026

Attal, 29 – the son of French singer-actress Charlotte Gainsbourg and grandson of the late Jane Birkin – kept it simple in a black tux and white button-up, sans tie, his curls slicked back. — Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 30 June 2026

The hair at the crown and sides is meticulously slicked back, not a flyaway in sight, creating a sleek foundation that lets the intricate braiding take center stage. — Marci Robin, Allure, 29 June 2026