Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

clingy

Adjective
/ˈklɪŋi/
Definition
Having a tendency to cling or hold on closely.
Examples
  • She felt clingy after spending the whole day with her friends and didn’t want to be alone.
  • The clingy substance made it difficult to clean the surface.
  • His clingy behavior in the relationship began to irritate her.
Meaning
Clingy describes someone or something that sticks closely, often in a way that suggests dependency or a need for attention.
Synonyms
  • Sticky
  • Adhesive
  • Dependent
  • Attached