Definition

In a manner that is slippery or gooey, often associated with a wet or unpleasant texture.

Example

The frog moved slimily across the wet ground.

Conversation

Did you see that frog in the garden?

Yeah, it looked so slimily gross!

I know, right? I had to avoid touching it.

Same here! I prefer my pets to be a bit less slimily.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Slimily → The word is derived from "slim" (from Old English *slym*, meaning thin or slender) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). Thus, "slimily" means in a manner that is thin or slender.

Memory Tip

Think of 'slim' to remember that 'slimily' describes something done in a thin or slender way.

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