Definition

The condition of being sticky or having a thick, adhesive quality.

Example

The gumminess of the candy made it difficult to chew.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed the gumminess of this new candy?

Yeah, it’s so sticky!

I didn't expect it to have that much gumminess when I bought it.

Right? It’s kind of fun, but also a bit annoying.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gumminess → The word is derived from "gum" (from Old English *guma*, meaning a sticky substance) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). Thus, "gumminess" refers to the quality of being sticky like gum.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'gum' which describes a sticky substance, and remember that 'gumminess' means the quality of being sticky.

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