Sticky

Synonyms of sticky

• adhesive
• viscous
• tacky

Antonyms of sticky

• smooth
• slippery
• slick

Collocations of sticky

sticky situation

Frequency: 80 %

I found myself in a sticky situation when I realized I had forgotten my wallet.

sticky note

Frequency: 70 %

I left a sticky note on the fridge reminding everyone to buy milk.

sticky fingers

Frequency: 60 %

The child had sticky fingers from eating candy.

sticky substance

Frequency: 50 %

I accidentally stepped on a sticky substance on the floor.

Idiomatic Expressions for sticky

• Phrase: sticky wicket
  Meaning: a challenging or difficult situation
  Usage: Dealing with the new software system has put us in a bit of a sticky wicket.