SOGGY Synonyms: 74 Similar and Opposite Words

soggy

adjective

ˈsä-gē

Definition of soggy

as in dripping

containing, covered with, or thoroughly penetrated by water spread the soggy papers out to dry

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Recent Examples of soggy Water Water once a week to keep African violets slightly moist, but never soggy or completely dry. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2026 Water regularly during the growing season to keep the soil moist but never soggy. — Lauren David, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2026 Back at the Toka Beach, there is a sign that says someone needs to miss their reward of soggy donuts to get on a boat. — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 22 Oct. 2026 That much grease made every wing except the first two soggy and not nearly as good as Hooters wings were just 10 years ago. — Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 14 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for soggy

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Adjective

Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet with tongs; let sit until cool enough to handle (no need to squeeze out excess water unless dripping wet).

— Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Nov. 2026
The 20-year-old looked so grown up in a semi-sheer white crochet gown that was dripping in fringe.

— Lara Walsh, InStyle, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of dripping

Adjective

Glulam laminations are dried before bonding, so there is simply no wet core left to split the wall later.

— Rolanas Kutra, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 2026
The ball was wet, leading to a few fumbles, while Fagnano couldn’t handle the pressure the Jaguars threw at him on his clear pass downs, leading to two interceptions.

— Scott Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of wet

Adjective

AHAs show up in everything from cleansers and toners to serums, pre-soaked pads, and even body lotions.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 21 Oct. 2026
In a small 2024 study, participants who consumed 10 grams of soaked basil seeds daily for eight weeks had lower levels of several inflammatory markers.

— Lindsey DeSoto, HEALTH, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of soaked

Adjective

Made from naturally breathable, skin-friendly, pre-washed linen, the quilt is designed to hold up for years while growing softer with every wash.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2026
As the Cyclospora outbreak grows, experts recommend washing all fresh produce that hasn’t been pre-washed—not just lettuce.

— Sarah Garone, HEALTH, 6 Aug. 2026

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