Synonyms for

Soapy

Verb / ˈsəʊpi: / Another word for soapy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

covered or resembling soap; containing or producing soap

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. I washed my hands with soapy water.
  2. The dishes are soapy and need to be rinsed well.
  3. The soap bubbles were soapy and smelled like lavender.
  4. The car wash used a soapy solution to make the cars clean.
  5. The dog got into the soapy water and made a mess on the floor.

Quotes

  • The smell of soapy water and cooked cabbage escapes from the kitchens, while the tinkle of crockery and cutlery resounds throughout the house.
  • I like doing the crossword puzzle in the morning with a cup of coffee and a soapy sink of dishes.
  • The dishwashing is a household task that appeals to responsible people, and no one wants to live with someone who shirks the dishes. If you want to be seen as a good partner, you should be doing the dishes before your partner has to ask. And doing them well, with soapy water and a clean dishcloth.

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