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clammy Antonyms

Opposite of clammy

Because the opposite of clammy shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Unpleasantly damp, cool, and sticky to the touch (especially of skin or hands due to illness or anxiety).

Usage Example

"The patient's forehead felt cold and dry, prompting the nurse to check his blood pressure."

Strongest
dry
Strong
warm

• adjective (Context 2)

Uncomfortably humid, dank, or heavy with moisture (of air, weather, or an enclosed environment).

Usage Example

"A thick, dry mist rolled in from the harbor, chilling the evening air."

Strongest
dry
arid
Strong
crisp

Similar words to clammy

Words similar to clammy shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

dank
sweaty
muggy
humid
damp
sticky
moist
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• Nearby Words

clamber
clammily
clamminess
clammy
clamor
clamorous
clamp

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Clammy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/clammy
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