Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gelatinous

adjective
/dʒəˈlætənəs/
Definition
Having a jelly-like consistency; soft and slippery.
Examples
  • The dessert had a gelatinous quality that made it quite appealing.
  • The scientist observed the gelatinous material under the microscope.
  • After the rain, the mud became gelatinous and difficult to walk on.
Meaning
The term ‘gelatinous’ refers to a substance that has a gelatin-like texture, often thick and gooey, similar to jelly or gelatin.
Synonyms
  • Gooey
  • Viscous
  • Slime-like
  • Syrupy
  • Thick