Sleek (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Well-groomed and neatly tailored; especially too well-groomed; "sleek figures in expensive clothes".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The sleek businessman walked into the meeting room, commanding attention with his tailored suit and polished shoes.
- Her sleek hair and makeup made her look like a model, but also a bit too perfect.
- The sleek lines of the sports car gleamed in the sunlight, but its owner's overly flashy outfit detracted from its elegance.
- The sleek and sophisticated decor of the upscale restaurant was matched by the impeccable attire of its patrons.
- The sleek and well-groomed celebrities on the red carpet looked like they had spent hours in front of the mirror, and probably had.
Related Words
Meaning 2
Designed or arranged to offer the least resistant to fluid flow; "a streamlined convertible".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The company designed a sleek yacht with a hull shape that sliced through the waves with ease.
- The swimmer's sleek body position helped her glide through the water with minimal resistance.
- The sports car's sleek aerodynamics allowed it to reach incredible speeds on the open road.
- The kayak's sleek design enabled it to move swiftly and silently through the calm waters of the lake.
- The high-speed train's sleek profile allowed it to reach top speeds while minimizing wind resistance.
Synonyms
Meaning 3
Having a smooth, gleaming surface reflecting light; "glossy auburn hair"; "satiny gardenia petals"; "sleek black fur"; "silken eyelashes"; "silky skin"; "a silklike fabric"; "slick seals and otters".
Classification
All adjective clusters.