Definition

Describing something that is thick, sticky, and often messy in texture.

Example

The cake batter was too gloopy to pour into the pan.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you tried that new dessert place downtown?

Not yet, but I heard their chocolate cake is really gloopy.

Yeah, I saw a picture and it looked super rich and gloopy!

I definitely need to check it out this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'gloopy' originates from the informal English term 'gloop', which is an onomatopoeic word representing a thick, sticky substance. The suffix '-y' is used to form adjectives, indicating a characteristic. Therefore, 'gloopy' describes something that has the quality of being thick and sticky, like gloop.

Memory Tip

Imagine something that is thick and sticky, like a gooey substance — that's what 'gloopy' means.

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