SLUDGY Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

sludgy

adjective

Definition of sludgy

as in muddy

full of or covered with soft wet earth a sludgy riverbed

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muddy

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The crabs also burrow in the muddy seafloor to hide from predators and better withstand winter temperatures.

— Kasha Patel, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
For thrill-seekers, adventure tours, such as the Hall Crawl or Guts and Glory, offer hands-on spelunking experiences through muddy passages and challenging climbs.

— Korrin Bishop, Southern Living, 18 July 2026

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