clammy

adjective
UK: /ˈklæmi/
US: /ˈklæmi/

  1. Unpleasantly damp and sticky.

    1. My hands felt clammy when I was nervous.
    2. The air in the basement was clammy and smelled of mildew so I left.

  2. Slightly wet or slimy to the touch, often in a way that feels cold and unpleasant.

    1. The snake’s skin was cold and clammy.
    2. After the intense workout, his shirt felt clammy against his skin which was uncomfortable.

Synonyms

sticky moist sweaty slimy damp

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "clammy" in English means: Unpleasantly damp and sticky., Slightly wet or slimy to the touch, often in a way that feels cold and unpleasant..

The phonetic transcription of "clammy" is /ˈklæmi/ in British English and /ˈklæmi/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "clammy": sticky, moist, sweaty, slimy, damp.

Example usage of "clammy": "My hands felt clammy when I was nervous.". More examples on the page.