Meaning of the word greasy in English

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greasy

US /ˈɡriː.si/

UK /ˈɡriː.si/

covered with, full of, or resembling grease or oil

Example:

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The mechanic's hands were greasy from working on the engine.

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She wiped the greasy pan with a paper towel.

Synonym:

oily fatty buttery unctuous slick

having an unpleasantly smooth, slippery, or slimy feel

Example:

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The floor was greasy after the spill, making it dangerous to walk on.

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The texture of the raw fish was somewhat greasy.

Synonym:

slippery slimy slick unctuous

unpleasantly fawning or obsequious

Example:

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His greasy compliments made everyone uncomfortable.

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He had a greasy smile that made her distrust him.

Synonym:

fawning obsequious sycophantic smarmy unctuous

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greasy spoon