gooey
1 synonym for gooey, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Soft, sticky, and viscous.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use gooey
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
gooey center
gooey chocolate
gooey romance
Etymology
Formed from "goo" plus the adjective suffix "-ey" (a variant of "-y").
Full origin of gooey →Frequently asked questions
What does “gooey” mean?
The word “gooey” means soft, sticky, and viscous. In plain terms, sticky and soft — or, figuratively, overly sentimental.
How do you pronounce “gooey”?
“Gooey” is pronounced GOO-ee (/ˈɡui/ in IPA).
How do you use “gooey” in a sentence?
Here is “gooey” used in a sentence: “The brownies were warm and gooey in the middle.”
What part of speech is “gooey”?
“Gooey” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “gooey” have?
“Gooey” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: soft, sticky, and viscous.