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slinky Synonyms
Another word for slinky
Choosing another word for slinky depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
(especially of a woman's garment) Fitting closely and gracefully to the contours of the body.
Usage Example
"The actress wore a form-fitting silver gown to the film premiere."
Strongest
form-fitting
figure-hugging
close-fitting
Strong
clinging
clingy
sleek
• adjective (Context 2)
Moving in a smooth, sinuous, and graceful or stealthy manner.
Usage Example
"The cat walked across the garden wall with a slow, sinuous stride."
Strongest
sinuous
Strong
graceful
lithe
supple
feline
stealthy
Opposites of slinky
The opposite of slinky shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
baggy
loose
clumsy
shapeless
ungainly
frumpy
stiff
awkward
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Slinky. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/slinky