sweaty
0 antonyms and opposites of sweaty, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Covered in or damp with sweat.
How to use sweaty
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
The "overly competitive" sense is casual gaming slang, not standard usage.
Etymology
From Middle English swety, built from "sweat" plus "-y."
Full origin of sweaty →Frequently asked questions
What does “sweaty” mean?
The word “sweaty” means covered in or damp with sweat. In plain terms, damp with sweat, or (as slang) trying way too hard, especially in competitive games.
How do you pronounce “sweaty”?
“Sweaty” is pronounced SWEH-tee ([ˈswɛɾi] in IPA).
How do you use “sweaty” in a sentence?
Here is “sweaty” used in a sentence: “He came in from the gym, sweaty and out of breath.”
What part of speech is “sweaty”?
“Sweaty” is an adjective.
Where does the word “sweaty” come from?
The word “sweaty” comes from Middle English. From Middle English swety, built from "sweat" plus "-y.".
Is “sweaty” a common word?
“Sweaty” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “sweaty” have?
“Sweaty” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: covered in or damp with sweat.
What does sweaty mean in gaming slang?
In informal gaming usage, sweaty describes someone or something excessively competitive or intense, often implying a player is trying unusually hard or taking a casual game too seriously. This is distinct from the literal sense of being covered in or damp with sweat.
Is sweaty an insult in gaming contexts?
Sweaty is often used informally and can be mildly critical, implying someone is overly competitive or intense in a way that feels excessive for the setting. Its tone depends heavily on context, ranging from teasing to genuinely negative.
What is the difference between the literal and slang meanings of sweaty?
Literally, sweaty describes being covered in or damp with sweat, a physical description. In informal, especially gaming, slang, sweaty instead describes an attitude or behavior that is excessively competitive or intense. The slang sense does not require actual perspiration.