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Meaning of slickness
The primary meaning of "slickness" refers to a smooth and slippery quality, often associated with a surface coated with a substance like oil or grease.
Etymology of slickness
The word "slickness" originates from the adjective "slick," which has its roots in the 15th-century Dutch word "slik," meaning "smooth" or "slippery"
Historically, the term "slick" was used to describe something as smooth or slippery, and over time, the noun form "slickness" emerged to describe the state of being smooth and slippery
Synonyms
smoothness
slipperiness
glossiness
shininess
luster
sheen
polish
gloss
shine
slick
grease
oiliness
slip
slide
glaze
coating
finish
texture
burnish
glow
radiance
luminosity
resplendence
brilliance
sparkle
glitter
dazzle
shine
luminescence
iridescence
Definitions
- The state of being smooth and slippery, often due to a layer of oil, grease, or another substance
- * A smooth and polished quality, often used to describe someone's manner or appearance
Usage Examples
- The slickness of the road made it difficult to stop the car
- * The politician's slickness in handling the media made him a formidable opponent
- * The slickness of the new smartphone's design made it a bestseller
Antonyms
roughness
coarseness
grittiness
ruggedness
unevenness
bumpiness
scratchiness
abrasiveness
harshness
gruffness
crudeness
tactlessness
bluntness
clumsiness
awkwardness
stiffness
rigidity