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waxy

/ˈwæk.si/

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adjective

/ˈwæk.si/B2formal
  • ruОписывает что-то, имеющее текстуру, внешний вид или консистенцию воска.

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

  1. Made of or covered with waxB1formal

    Composed of or coated with a layer of wax.

    ruВосковой

    • 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.

    Synonymswaxedwaxenwaxlike

    Antonymsunwaxed

  2. Easily impressed or influencedC1informal

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

    ruПодатливый

    • 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.

    Synonymscompliantcredulousdocilegullibleimpressionablemalleablepersuadablepliablesusceptibletractableyielding

    Antonymsfirminflexibleobstinatestubbornunyielding

  3. Flexible or pliableB2formal

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

    ruГибкий или податливый

    • 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.

    Synonymsbendableductileflexiblelimbermalleablepliablesupple

    Antonymshardinflexiblerigidstiffunyielding

  4. Pale like waxB2formal

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

    ruБледный как воск

    • 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.

    Synonymsashenpalepallidpastysallowwanwaxen

    Antonymsbloomingbronzedflushedglowingrosyruddysanguine

Forms
  • waxier comparative form
  • waxiest superlative form