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adhesive

The word “adhesive” has 3 syllables: ad-he-sive

It's pronounced as /ædˈhisɪv/

What is synonym and antonym for adhesive?

In the thesaurus, “adhesive” has 31 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for adhesive along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for adhesive

Antonyms for adhesive

Meanings of adhesive

  • noun
    1. A substance, such as glue, that provides or promotes adhesion.
  • adjective
    1. Sticky; tenacious, as glutinous substances.
    2. Apt or tending to adhere; clinging.

Example Sentences

  • Use a strong adhesive to secure the parts together.
  • The label wouldn’t stick because the adhesive had dried out.
  • They developed a new eco-friendly adhesive for packaging.
  • Be careful when applying the adhesive to avoid air bubbles.
  • This adhesive works on both wood and metal surfaces.

On this page you'll find 33 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to adhesive, such as: adherent, bond, cement, clingy, dope, epoxy, epoxy resin.

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