Definition

The condition of having a lot of grease or oil on a surface, making it slippery or shiny.

Example

The greasiness of the kitchen floor made it difficult to walk without slipping.

Conversation

Have you noticed the greasiness of the fries at that new restaurant?

Yeah, I thought it was just me! They seem a bit too oily.

I mean, a little is fine, but this is over the top.

Exactly! I prefer them crispy, not swimming in oil.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Greasiness → It is formed from "grease" (from Old French *graisse*, meaning fatty substance) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "greasiness" refers to the state of being greasy or oily.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'grease' which refers to a fatty substance, and remember that 'greasiness' means the quality of being oily or fatty.

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