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adjective

as in slick
having or being a surface so smooth as to greatly reduce traction area roadways, slicked with ice, were absolutely treacherous for driving

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verb

past tense of slick
as in greased
to coat (something) with a slippery substance in order to reduce friction slicking the bottom of their skis with wax

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Recent Examples of slicked
Adjective
Between rough-cut fringe, mermaid wave extensions, a bouffant side part and a slicked ponytail, Madix and Bembridge fearlessly sampled every style and silhouette in the big book of hair this season. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 13 July 2026 But if opting for a slicked knot that eliminates all natural texture feels a little too intense, a relaxed and romantic ballet bun can provide some welcome balance. — Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 4 July 2026 Zendaya complemented her partner by wearing a black Christopher Cowan minidress and Christian Louboutin heels, paired with a slicked back hairstyle. — Sharareh Drury, Entertainment Weekly, 15 June 2026 The main event, though, is the ski room—where ski butlers furnish guests with state-of-the-art skis before sliding them onto the slicked Jardin Alpin piste with or without an instructor. — Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026 Watts wore a navy blue sparkly dress paired with black mules and a slicked back hairstyle. — Kayla Grant, People.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Verb
Ross’ hair was cleanly slicked back, and her makeup was natural and fresh, save for a subtle smokey eye created with a black liner at the outer third of her eyes. — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 20 Sep. 2026 The figure-hugging gown featured a high neckline and delicate cap-sleeve shoulders boasting an asymmetrical cluster of feathers and organza, which mirrored her slicked-back, spiky bun. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 20 Sep. 2026 Melrose had a relatable everyman’s broadcasting style, bringing a sense of humor to his insights, and easily was recognized by his goatee and slicked-back hair. — Stephen Whyno, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026 Zendaya wore her hair in a sleek ponytail with select strands slicked to her forehead, and a dramatic smoky eye look. — Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 28 July 2026 And then Hegseth was off to be powdered and rouged and hair-slicked. — Pat Beall, Sun Sentinel, 25 July 2026 Work boots lacked traction, which isn’t ideal when playing on British turf often muddied by rain or slicked by winter frosts. — Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 2 July 2026 Attal, 29 – the son of French singer-actress Charlotte Gainsbourg and grandson of the late Jane Birkin – kept it simple in a black tux and white button-up, sans tie, his curls slicked back. — Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 30 June 2026 The hair at the crown and sides is meticulously slicked back, not a flyaway in sight, creating a sleek foundation that lets the intricate braiding take center stage. — Marci Robin, Allure, 29 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slicked
  1. slick
  2. greased
  3. slippery
  4. oiled
  5. greasy
Adjective
  • Jack Hughes scored on a breakaway off a slick pass from Jesper Bratt early in overtime, lifting the New Jersey Devils to a 5-4 win over the Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday night.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The next email had a slick poster promoting the Zoom event, with the book cover as the backdrop and blurbs from the Economist and other publications.
    — Snigdha Poonam, The Dial, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of slick
Verb
  • These hostesses greased the gears of power in the capital, and an invitation to their dinners was a chance to rub shoulders with Cabinet members and ambassadors and, occasionally, a bona fide celebrity.
    — Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Guys loaded the shipment onto their boat once lots of hands had been greased.
    — George Boedecker Jr, Harpers Magazine, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of greased
Adjective
  • Rubio weaves stories about heartbreak, drugs, and the slippery, occasionally hallucinatory process of finding your way back to your own life.
    — Sophie Miller, Rolling Stone, 16 Oct. 2026
  • But the terrain is treacherous with muddy roads and slippery rocks.
    — Paula Wethington, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of slippery
Verb
  • To do so, place the slices in a nonstick or lightly oiled skillet over low to medium-low heat and cover the pan.
    — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Then back by a slightly different route, past more hides and oiled walnut and blued steel.
    — John Madson, Outdoor Life, 1 July 2026
Definition of oiled
Adjective
  • Food fried in beef tallow lands crisper and less greasy than food fried in seed oils, with a deeper savory flavor cooks notice right away.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil Have cleansing oils left your skin feeling coated in a greasy film?
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of greasy

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“Slicked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slicked. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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