Meaning & Definition of word "Ooze"

Ooze

/uːz/

1. a slow flow of liquid, especially through a small opening.
- Example: There was an ooze of thick mud that covered the path after the rain.
2. a soft, wet, and muddy substance.
- Example: The children played in the ooze at the edge of the pond.

1. to flow or leak slowly through a surface or opening.
- Example: The syrup began to ooze from the bottle after it was tipped over.
2. to give off a quality or feeling in an abundant or noticeable manner.
- Example: He oozes confidence whenever he speaks in public.

Middle English 'owse', probably from Old English 'ōsan' meaning 'to flow outward'.

ooze charm:

To radiate charm or charisma.

ooze confidence:

To display a high level of confidence.

seep:

To flow or leak slowly through a porous material.

drip:

To fall or flow in drops.

exude:

To release a substance slowly.

Meaning: To have a strong emotional appeal.

Example Sentence: That movie really oozes emotion.

Meaning: To display excessive charm or charisma.

Example Sentence: He just oozes charm at every party.