lubricious

• Beschreibt etwas Schlüpfriges oder Öliges; wird oft im übertragenen Sinn für Anzügliches oder Lüsternes verwendet.

Describes something slippery or unctuous; often used figuratively to mean lewd or salacious.

1. Smooth or SlipperyC1formaltechnical

   Having a smooth, slippery texture or surface that reduces friction.

   Schlüpfrig

   • The lubricious surface of the polished marble made it hard to walk on.
   • The lubricious mucus on the fish's skin helped it glide through water.
   • She applied a lubricious oil to the squeaky hinge.

   Synonymegreasyoilyslickslipperysmooth

   Antonymeabrasivecoarsedryrough

2. Lustful or LewdC2formal

   Characterized by or expressing strong sexual desire; lewd or lascivious.

   Lüstern oder unzüchtig

   • His lubricious gaze made her feel uncomfortable.
   • The film was criticized for its lubricious scenes and explicit content.
   • She avoided his lubricious advances at the party.

   Synonymecarnallasciviouslewdlibidinousluridlustfulprurientsalacioussensualwanton

   Antonymechasteinnocentmodestpurevirtuous