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Meaning & Definition of Sleek in English

English

Sleek

Pronunciation:

/sliːk/

Part of Speech:

adjective

Meaning and Definition of Sleek

1. Primary Definition

Smooth and glossy; having an elegant and streamlined appearance.

2. Detailed Definitions

  • Definition: Having an elegant, smooth, and shiny appearance.

    Example Sentence: The car had a sleek design that caught everyone's attention.

  • Definition: Having a lot of grace and style, often used to describe someone who is well-groomed.

    Example Sentence: She looked sleek in her tailored dress and high heels.

  • Definition: To make something smooth, glossy, or elegant in appearance.

    Example Sentence: He used a special product to sleek his hair back.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English sleyk, of uncertain origin, possibly related to Old Norse slykr (smooth).

Synonyms

smooth | glossy | polished | elegant | sleeky

Common Phrases and Expressions

  • sleek as a whistle: Very smooth or clean and in good condition.
  • sleek design: A design that is streamlined and visually appealing.

Translations

  • Spanish: pulido
  • French: lisse
  • German: glatt
  • Russian: гладкий

Related Words

  • sleekness: The quality of being sleek or smooth.
  • sleeking: The act of making something sleek.

Slang Meanings of sleek

  • Meaning: Stylish or fashionable.

    Example Sentence: That jacket is so sleek, you’re going to turn heads.

  • Meaning: To appear confident and well put together.

    Example Sentence: He always looks sleek when he walks into a room.