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sticky

1 of 2adjective
/'stɪki/
Forms:stickier,stickiest
1

having a thick consistency that clings to surfaces when in contact

B2
  • The syrup was sticky and hard to clean off the counter.
  • She avoided the sticky caramel on the plate.
  • The honey had a sticky texture that coated everything it touched.
  • After melting, the chocolate became sticky and messy.
  • The jam was so sticky it clung to the spoon.
Synonyms:
glutinousviscidviscousadhesivegummymucilaginousglueypastygooey
2

(of skin or clothing) feeling damp and uncomfortable due to sweat or moisture

  • After the intense workout, his shirt felt sticky against his back.
  • The humid air left her skin feeling sticky and clammy.
  • He couldn't stand the sticky feeling of sweat on his forehead during the hike.
  • The sticky humidity made everyone long for a cool breeze.
  • She wiped her sticky hands on her shorts after playing outside.
Synonyms:
clammy
3

(of weather) characterized by high humidity that makes the air feel damp and uncomfortable

  • The sticky weather made everyone feel sluggish and tired.
  • We decided to stay indoors to escape the sticky heat of the afternoon.
  • After the rain, the air became sticky, clinging to our skin.
  • The sticky climate in the summer often leads to increased discomfort.
  • She regretted wearing jeans on such a sticky day when shorts would have been better.
Synonyms:
sultrysoupyhumidmuggysteamy
4

(of economic phenomena) resistant to adjustments or fluctuations

  • Economists often analyze sticky prices to understand inflation trends.
  • The market faced challenges due to sticky costs that wouldn't adapt to demand shifts.
  • Many businesses struggle with sticky wages that prevent them from adjusting payroll.
  • The theory of sticky prices helps explain why economic recovery can be slow.
  • Economists study why certain prices remain sticky even during economic downturns.
5

having difficulties that make a situation challenging

  • The sticky situation required quick thinking to resolve.
  • They encountered a sticky challenge while organizing the event.
  • The negotiations became sticky as disagreements arose.
  • She found herself in a sticky situation when the plans fell apart.
  • The project encountered sticky issues that delayed progress.
Synonyms:
ruggedroughinconvenienttroublesomepricklyprettyproblematictrickydifficult
6

having content that remains prominently displayed or easily accessible on a website

  • The website features a sticky navigation bar for easy access to important links.
  • The sticky header keeps the logo and menu visible while scrolling.
  • They added a sticky sidebar that highlights recent articles and popular posts.
  • The blog has a sticky post at the top to promote the latest giveaway.
  • A sticky footer ensures that essential information is always in view as users scroll.