English · Body & Health
sweaty
/ˈswɛti/
[/ˈswɛti/]
covered with sweat
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Covered with or smelling of sweat. It usually follows exercise, heat, or nervousness.
Example
My hands were sweaty before the interview.
My hands were sweaty before the interview.
Etymology
From 'sweat' (Old English 'swāt') plus '-y'.
How & Where It’s Used
Common after exercise and in hot or nervous situations.