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slippy Antonyms

Opposite of slippy

Because the opposite of slippy 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)

Smooth, wet, or greasy, making it difficult to hold onto or stand on without sliding; slippery.

Usage Example

"Be careful walking down those stone steps, as the moss makes them very nonslip after the rain."

Strongest
nonslip
grippy
Strong
rough
dry

• adjective (Context 2)

Quick, prompt, or agile in movement (primarily used in the informal phrase 'look slippy').

Usage Example

"We need to look slow if we want to catch the last train home tonight."

Strongest
slow
sluggish
Strong
unhurried

Similar words to slippy

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

slippery
slick
quick
fast
brisk
speedy
prompt
nimble
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Slippy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/slippy
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