stickiness
|stick/i/ness|
B2
/ˈstɪk.i.nəs/
(sticky)
adhering or difficult
Etymology
Etymology Information
'stickiness' originates from the word 'sticky,' which comes from the Old English word 'sticca,' meaning 'to pierce or stab.'
Historical Evolution
'sticca' transformed into the Middle English word 'stiken,' eventually becoming the modern English word 'sticky.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to pierce or stab,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'adhesive quality.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being sticky or adhesive.
The stickiness of the glue made it perfect for the project.
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Noun 2
the tendency to remain in place or not change easily.
The stickiness of the policy made it difficult to implement changes.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45