What is the Opposite(Antonym) of “slithery”?

The Opposite(Antonym) of “slithery”

The antonyms of slithery are rough, coarse, and clumsy. The antonyms rough, coarse, and clumsy convey a different texture or movement than slithery.

Explore all Antonyms of “slithery”

• rough
• clumsy
• coarse

Definitions and Examples of rough, coarse, clumsy

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

rough

Having an uneven or irregular surface; not smooth.

Example

The rough bark of the tree made it difficult to climb.

coarse

Having a rough texture; not fine or delicate.

Example

The coarse sandpaper was used to remove the paint from the wall.

clumsy

Lacking grace or skill in movement or action; awkward.

Example

He felt clumsy while dancing and stepped on his partner's foot.

Key Differences: rough vs coarse vs clumsy

• 1. Rough describes a surface that is uneven or irregular, while slithery describes a smooth and slippery surface.
• 2. Coarse describes a texture that is not fine or delicate, while slithery describes a texture that is smooth and slippery.
• 3. Clumsy describes a movement that is awkward or lacking grace, while slithery describes a movement that is smooth and sinuous.

Effective Usage of rough, coarse, clumsy

• 1. Describing Texture: Use rough and coarse to describe the texture of objects.
• 2. Describing Movement: Use clumsy to describe awkward movements.
• 3. Describing Animals: Use slithery to describe the movement of snakes and other reptiles.

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Remember this!

The antonyms have distinct nuances: Rough and coarse describe texture, clumsy describes awkward movement, while slithery describes smooth and sinuous movement. Use these words to describe texture, movement, and animals.