Synonyms for
Gel
Definition
a thick, often clear substance like jelly, used for styling hair and holding it in place
Synonyms & similar words
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- hair gel
- gel pack
- gelatinous substance
- gel electrophoresis
- gel mask
- gel pen
- gel cushion
- gel pad
Word family
Usage note
As a verb, 'gel' often implies a change from a liquid to a semi-solid state, like jelly setting. It can also mean to come together or agree, as in 'the plans finally gelled'.
Example sentences
- I put some gel in my hair to make it stay in place.
- The gel is too sticky for my liking.
- My father uses gel to style his hair.
- The gel made the little girl's hair look beautiful.
- The gel held the actor's hair in place during the movie shoot.
Quotes
Let's just say that gel and I are not friends.
I don't use gel in my hair anymore.
I have to use gel to keep my hair from going everywhere.