Definition

The condition of being wet and slimy, often associated with a thick, sticky substance.

Example

The ooziness of the mud made it difficult to walk without slipping.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed the ooziness of that mud after it rains?

Yeah, it's so sticky and hard to walk through.

I actually find it kind of fascinating how it changes everything around.

Totally! It makes the whole place feel different, right?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ooziness is formed from "ooze" (from Middle English "ose", meaning to flow slowly) and the suffix "-iness" (meaning the quality of). The word describes the quality of being oozy or having a slow, dripping flow.

Memory Tip

Think of something that flows slowly ('ooze') and remember that 'ooziness' refers to the quality of that slow, dripping flow.

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