waxy

Describes something that has the texture, appearance, or consistency of wax.

• 🇩🇪Beschreibt etwas, das die Textur, das Aussehen oder die Konsistenz von Wachs hat; auch im übertragenen Sinn für blass, glatt oder glänzend wirkend.

1. Made of or covered with wax B1 formal

   Composed of or coated with a layer of wax.

   • The waxy surface of the candle reflected the light.
   • She polished the table until it had a waxy sheen.
   • The leaves of the plant have a waxy coating to prevent water loss.

   🇩🇪Wachsig

   Synonyme: waxedwaxenwaxlike

   Antonyme: unwaxed

2. Easily impressed or influenced C1 informal

   Describing a person who is pliable or easily swayed by others.

   • He was a waxy character, always agreeing with the last person he spoke to.
   • Her waxy nature made her an easy target for manipulators.
   • The manager preferred employees who were not so waxy and could stand their ground.

   🇩🇪Beeinflussbar

   Synonyme: compliantcredulousdocilegullibleimpressionablemalleablepersuadablepliablesusceptibletractableyielding

   Antonyme: firminflexibleobstinatestubbornunyielding

3. Flexible or pliable B2 formal

   Capable of being bent, flexed, or twisted without breaking.

   • The waxy metal could be shaped into intricate designs.
   • The material felt waxy and could be molded easily.
   • The artist used a waxy clay that held its form well.

   🇩🇪Flexibel oder biegsam

   Synonyme: bendableductileflexiblelimbermalleablepliablesupple

   Antonyme: hardinflexiblerigidstiffunyielding

4. Pale like wax B2 formal

   Having a pale, pallid complexion resembling the color of wax.

   • Her face was waxy from the shock of the news.
   • The patient's waxy skin indicated a serious illness.
   • He looked waxy and tired after the long journey.

   🇩🇪Wachsbleich

   Synonyme: ashenpalepallidpastysallowwanwaxen

   Antonyme: bloomingbronzedflushedglowingrosyruddysanguine

• waxier comparative form
• waxiest superlative form