sticky
UK/'stiki/US
TOEFLB1
Definitions
adj.
Tending to adhere to surfaces; difficult or awkward to deal with
黏的，有黏性的；棘手的
n.
A small adhesive note; an online discussion thread pinned at the top of a forum
便利贴；（论坛）置顶帖
v.
To pin a thread at the top of an online forum so it remains visible
置顶（帖子）
Root Breakdown
Native Englishstickyother
=sticky
Common Collocations
- 1.sticky situation棘手的局面
- 2.sticky fingers黏糊糊的手指
- 3.sticky note便利贴
- 4.sticky wicket进退两难的处境
Example Sentences
- 1.
The children's hands were sticky after eating the candy.
- 2.
Negotiating the contract turned out to be a sticky situation for both parties.
- 3.
The website's engaging content made it incredibly sticky, keeping users browsing for hours.