sticky
Translation
sticky, tacky, difficult, humid
Examples
My hands are sticky from the honey.
My hands are sticky from the honey.
This is a sticky situation.
This is a sticky situation.
The weather is hot and sticky.
The weather is hot and sticky.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) tending to stick to things The tape is very sticky.
((adjective)) describing a difficult situation It was a sticky problem to solve.
Similar Words
Synonyms: adhesive, gummy, tacky; Antonyms: smooth, dry
Etymology
From the word 'stick' plus the adjective-forming suffix '-y'.
Memory Tips
Think of something that 'sticks' to you. It is 'sticky'.