English Synonym Finder

viscous

Definitions

Having a thick, sticky consistency between solid and liquid.

Having a high resistance to flow.

Examples

The lava flowed slowly down the mountainside because it was extremely viscous.

Honey is a viscous liquid that becomes thinner when it is heated.

The mechanic added a more viscous oil to the engine to improve its performance in high temperatures.

Synonyms

syrupy thick gooey glutinous viscid mucilaginous gelatinous

Antonyms

runny watery thin fluid liquid dilute aqueous