Definition

Describing land that is wet and muddy, often because it does not drain well.

Example

The garden became seepy after the heavy rain, making it difficult to walk on.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you noticed how seepy the ground is after all that rain?

Yeah, it really makes it hard to walk around the garden.

I thought it might damage some of the plants if it stays like this.

Definitely! We should try to drain some of that water soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'seepy' originates from the Old English 'sēop', meaning to ooze or leak. It describes something that is characterized by seeping or leaking.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'oozes' or 'leaks' — that's what 'seepy' means.

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