greasy
- 01 B1 Intermediate
adj.covered with or containing a lot of oil or fat.
adj.smeared with, containing, or yielding grease or oil.
Simple“The mechanic's hands were greasy after he finished fixing the car engine.”
In context“The kitchen surfaces were coated in a greasy residue that required a heavy-duty detergent to remove effectively.”
- 02 B1 Intermediate
adj.having too much natural oil on the hair or skin.
adj.characterized by an excess of sebum on the skin or scalp.
Simple“He needed to wash his hair because it looked greasy in the morning.”
In context“Dermatologists often recommend specific cleansers for patients with naturally greasy skin to prevent pores from becoming clogged.”
- 03 C1 Advanced
adj.acting too nice in a way that feels dishonest or unpleasant.
adj.smooth and slippery in manner; appearing insincere, sycophantic, or untrustworthy.
Simple“I didn't trust the salesman because he had a greasy way of talking.”
In context“The politician's greasy charm failed to impress the voters, who perceived his constant flattery as a sign of deep-seated insincerity.”
Synonyms - 04 C1 Advanced
adj.describing someone or something that is sketchy, illegal, or dishonest.
adj.pertaining to behavior that is morally suspect, unethical, or socially detestable.
Simple“That guy is involved in some greasy business deals that sound illegal.”
In context“The documentary exposed the greasy tactics used by the corporation to bypass environmental regulations and silence local whistleblowers.”
- 05 C2 Proficiency
n.an angry or annoyed look given to someone.
n.a contemptuous or hostile facial expression directed at another person.
Simple“She gave him a greasy when he interrupted her during the meeting.”
In context“After the accidental collision on the pitch, the defender shot the striker a greasy that made his frustration clear to everyone.”
UsageCommonly used in the phrase 'to give someone a greasy'.
From Middle English gresi, gressy, equivalent to grease + -y.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.