Parts of Speech:
Noun, verb
Definitions:Noun: a sticky and thick liquid or substance.
Verb: to make or become sticky and thick.
Pronunciations:US: /ɡluːp/
UK: /ɡluːp/
Origin and Usage:The word "gloop" is believed to have originated in the 1960s as an onomatopoeic term for a thick, sticky substance. It is often used to describe substances that are thick and viscous, such as glue, mud, or slime. As a verb, "gloop" can be used to describe the process of making something sticky and thick, such as when adding water to a powder to create a paste.
Synonyms:Slime, goo, paste, adhesive, glue, mud.
Related Words:Gloom, globs, gloat, globe, gloss.
Example Sentences:Noun: The gloop dripped down his arm, leaving a sticky residue.
Verb: She glooped the mixture onto the paper, creating a thick, textured surface.