Meaning of the word slimy in English
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slimy
US /ˈslaɪ.mi/
UK /ˈslaɪ.mi/
Adjective
1.
covered in or resembling slime
Example:
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The fish was wet and slimy.
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After the rain, the path was muddy and slimy.
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2.
unpleasantly ingratiating or fawning
Example:
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I don't trust that politician; he's too slimy.
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His slimy compliments made her uncomfortable.
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