Slimy

/ˈslaɪmi/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Having a slippery or viscous texture, often unpleasant to touch.

The slimy algae coated the surface of the pond.

Covered with or resembling slime; often used to describe something unclean or unpleasant.

The slimy fish slipped through his fingers.

Figuratively, describing someone as deceitful or untrustworthy.

The politician's slimy behavior worried many voters.

Weak or lacking in strength; mushy.

The slimy consistency of the mashed potatoes was off-putting.

Middle English 'slime' + '-y', with roots in Old English.

slimy character

A person who is deceitful or untrustworthy.

slimy situation

A circumstance that is murky or filled with deceit.

slime

A wet, viscous substance.

slick

Smooth and slippery.

Someone who is particularly deceitful in romantic contexts.

He's such a slimy snake; always trying to seduce women with lies.

Describes a shady business deal or operation.

That deal felt really slimy; I wouldn’t trust it.