Definition

Having a wet, soft, and muddy texture; more like a thick liquid or mud than solid.

Example

The ground was oozy after the heavy rain, making it difficult to walk.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you noticed how the ground is getting more oozier after the rain?

Yeah, it's really muddy out there now!

I don't remember it being this oozier last year.

That's true, maybe we should avoid the park until it dries up.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'oozier' originates from the adjective 'oozy' (from Middle English 'osey', meaning muddy or wet), with the addition of the comparative suffix '-er' (meaning more). Thus, 'oozier' means more muddy or wet than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of 'oozy' as describing something that is muddy or wet, and remember that 'oozier' means it is even more so.

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