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What is another word for Oily? – 128 Oily Synonyms

    Need another word for Oily? Use these synonyms of Oily from our thesaurus to say it differently.


    Synonyms & Similar Words

    greasy slick slippery smooth glossy shiny lubrous viscous gelatinous fatty adipose sebaceous unctuous oleaginous slickery soapy sudsy creamy rich luxurious velvety silken satiny sericeous glassy lustrous resplendent radiant beady waxy sticky tacky adhesive

    Meaning of Oily

    According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "oily" refers to something covered or smeared with oil, or having a smooth and greasy texture.

    Definitions

    • Merriam-Webster defines "oily" as having a smooth and greasy surface, or being excessively smooth or flattering in manner.
    • Cambridge Dictionary describes "oily" as covered or smeared with oil, or being too smooth and polite in a way that is not sincere.

    Example Uses

    • The mechanic's hands were oily after working on the car engine.
    • She had oily skin and was prone to acne.
    • The salesman's oily smile made me suspicious of his intentions.
    • The oily texture of the soap made it difficult to rinse off.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    dry dusty powdery chalky rough coarse gritty grainy sandy scratchy prickly bristly harsh abrasive rugged rocky craggy uneven bumpy lumpy matte dull flat

    Related Nouns

    oil grease fat lubricant serum lotion cream balm salve ointment gel paste wax polish varnish coating finish texture surface skin complexion face hair scalp

    Related Verbs

    oil grease lubricate smear spread apply anoint rub massage smooth gloss polish wax varnish coat finish treat condition moisturize hydrate nourish

    Related Adjectives

    greasy slick slippery smooth glossy shiny fatty sebaceous unctuous viscous gelatinous creamy rich luxurious velvety silken satiny sericeous glassy lustrous resplendent radiant beady waxy sticky tacky adhesive