as in thick
being of a consistency that resists flow
viscous syrup that takes forever to pour from a narrow-neck bottle
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Recent Examples of viscous
Cormorants that tried to clean each other with their beaks died after ingesting the viscous muck.
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Jeffrey Marlow, New Yorker, 5 Apr. 2026
From having the viscous juices of decomposed leaves that kept her plump leak through a tear in her side, as happened to a few of her siblings.
—María Ospina, The Dial, 31 Mar. 2026
When Gwar plays, clubgoers are advised not to slip in the spurt of blood and other viscous fluids.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 21 Mar. 2026
The researchers focused specifically on what is known as the viscous regime in Navier-Stokes equations.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 5 Mar. 2026
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Jeffrey Marlow, New Yorker, 5 Apr. 2026
From having the viscous juices of decomposed leaves that kept her plump leak through a tear in her side, as happened to a few of her siblings.
—María Ospina, The Dial, 31 Mar. 2026
When Gwar plays, clubgoers are advised not to slip in the spurt of blood and other viscous fluids.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 21 Mar. 2026
The researchers focused specifically on what is known as the viscous regime in Navier-Stokes equations.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 5 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for viscous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for viscous
Adjective
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Whisk it in until the dressing is rich, thick, and emulsified, which takes less than a minute.—
Victoria Spencer,
Martha Stewart,
13 June 2026
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With adjustable straps, a thick elastic band, empire waist, and a ruffle trim, this Grace Karin maxi will become the most versatile dress in your closet.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2026
Adjective
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This helps prevent crumbs, dust, and sticky residue from accumulating in hard-to-see areas.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
16 June 2026
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No flakes, no buildup, no sticky feel -- just long-lasting hold and definition that keeps your hair moving.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
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“Viscous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/viscous. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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