Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
clammy-hands
Adjective
/ˈklæmi hændz/
Definition
A condition characterized by hands that feel cool and damp, often due to nervousness or anxiety.
Examples
- During her speech, she noticed her clammy hands making it difficult to hold the microphone.
- He wiped his clammy hands on his pants before shaking his boss’s hand.
- When he gets anxious, he always ends up with clammy hands.
Meaning
Clammy hands are typically a physical response to heightened emotional states, where the palms become sweaty and slimy, making it uncomfortable to touch or grip objects.
Synonyms
- sweaty hands
- moist hands
- damp hands
