Meaning & use
Greasiness
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The quality or condition of being greasy, covered with or containing an excessive amount of fat or oil.
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The greasiness of the fried food left a film on the plate.
She complained about the greasiness of her hair by the end of the day.
A note on using this word
"Greasiness" can describe food, skin, hair, or surfaces, and is often used with a negative or unpleasant connotation.
Words with a similar meaning
oilinessfattiness
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Words with an opposite meaning
dryness
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