Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
clammy
Adjective
/ˈklæmi/
Definition
cold and damp to the touch
Examples
- After running in the rain, my clothes felt clammy against my skin.
- The clammy air in the basement made it hard to breathe.
- He shook my hand, and I noticed it was clammy and cold.
Meaning
Clammy describes a texture or feeling that is both moist and slightly cold. It is often used to refer to skin or surfaces that feel wet and uncomfortable, typically due to high humidity or other damp conditions.
Synonyms
- moist
- damp
- humid
- wet
