Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gloop

noun
/ɡluːp/
Definition
A thick, viscous substance that is often gooey and can be difficult to pour or remove completely.
Examples
  • The kids had a messy time playing with the gloop during science class.
  • The chef used a gloop of sauce to enhance the flavor of the dish.
  • After the storm, a gloop of mud covered the road.
Meaning
Gloop describes a semi-solid or liquid material that is thick and sticky in texture, often resembling something that is gooey or sludgy.
Synonyms
  • sludge
  • goo
  • mire
  • gunk
  • paste