grea
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Comparative
greasier
Superlative
greasiest
1
(of food) containing or cooked in a lot of oil
- The fries were too greasy for my taste, leaving an oily residue on my fingers.
- After eating the greasy burger, he felt a bit queasy and regretted his choice.
- She prefers grilled chicken over greasy fried chicken for a healthier meal.
- The pizza was delicious but quite greasy, with oil pooling on the surface of the cheese.
- They decided to avoid the greasy fast food and opted for a fresh salad instead.
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2
(of hair or skin) naturally producing an excess of oil
- He washed his greasy hair twice to remove the oil.
- Teenagers often have greasy skin due to hormonal changes.
- She used a special shampoo for greasy hair.
- Greasy skin can lead to frequent breakouts.
- His greasy scalp required regular care.
3
covered with or soiled by grease or oil
- The mechanic had a greasy shirt after working on the engine.
- He wiped his greasy hands on a rag.
- Greasy fingerprints marked the table.
- She cleaned the greasy stains from the counter.
- The door handle was greasy from repeated use.
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