goop
word
Definition
A soft, sticky, or slimy substance, usually one that is unpleasant, messy, or unknown.
Usage & Nuances
Very informal and often used for things that are sticky, gross, or hard to identify, especially by children. Common with cleaning products, food messes, or mysterious spills. Not a scientific or technical term.
Spanish: cosa pegajosa - sustancia viscosaPortuguese (BR): gosma - substância pegajosaPortuguese (PT): gosma - substância pegajosaChinese (Simplified): 黏糊糊的东西 - 膏状物Chinese (Traditional): 黏糊糊的東西 - 膏狀物Hindi: चिपचिपा पदार्थArabic: مادة لزجة - شيء لزج
Example Sentences
There is some goop on your shoe.
basic
I touched the goop and now my hands are sticky.
basic
Please clean up that goop on the table.
basic
What is this weird green goop in the sink?
natural
The face mask turns into a thick goop after a few minutes.
natural
Kids love playing with colorful goop like slime.
natural