SLOSHY Synonyms: 34 Similar and Opposite Words

sloshy

adjective

Definition of sloshy

as in soggy

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Recent Examples of sloshy Conversely, the drum tones fluctuate between sloshy and shrill, either contributing to the chaos or cutting through like a fire alarm. — Patrick Lyons, Pitchfork, 16 July 2026 Some shoveling is required afterward to clear the sloshy mixture and prevent refreezing. — Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 30 Jan. 2026 For them, the remoteness, as well as the wintry weather that makes getting around a slippery, sloshy ordeal, enrich the experience. — Brent Lang, Variety, 21 Jan. 2026

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Adjective

In compost piles, these items count as carbon-rich ingredients and compost better when mixed with nitrogen-rich materials and kept damp, but not soggy.

— Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2026
The week’s biggest stories Weather and the climate Hurricane Marie is expected to bring dangerous ocean conditions and soggy weather to SoCal.

— Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of soggy

Adjective

Once the layer exceeds 3 or 4 inches, the roots get starved for oxygen, particularly in heavy or waterlogged soils.

— Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
Overly dry or waterlogged potting mix can cause wilted plants, as can transplant stress.

— Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 May 2026

Definition of waterlogged

Adjective

Mosquitoes thrive in wet, warm conditions, and prefer to breed in pools of standing water, according to Justin Harbison, an associate professor at Loyola University of Chicago.

— Elena Tittel, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026
This was a simpler and more secure replacement, though the elastic did tend to perish rather quickly in wet or tropical conditions.

— David Szondy August 30, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026

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