Definition

Having a thick, sticky, or viscous consistency; often used to describe substances that are gooey or slimy.

Example

The gloopier the mixture, the harder it is to pour.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you tried the new chocolate sauce at the café?

Yeah, it's definitely gloopier than the one they had before.

I thought so too! It makes the desserts feel richer.

Exactly! I love how it sticks to everything.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'gloopier' is derived from 'gloopy' (an informal term meaning thick and sticky), which itself comes from 'gloop' (an onomatopoeic word representing a thick, viscous substance). The suffix '-ier' indicates a comparative form, meaning more of the quality described. Therefore, 'gloopier' means having a thicker or stickier quality than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of 'gloop' as a thick, sticky substance, and remember that 'gloopier' means more thick and sticky than something else.

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