adjective
- comparative form of clingy; more inclined to hold on tightly or stick to something
- comparative form of clingy; more emotionally dependent or needy in relationships
Usage: comparative form
Usage: comparative form; informal
Examples
- This fabric softener makes clothes clingier than the old brand.
- The humid weather made her shirt clingier to her skin.
- After the breakup, he became clingier with his friends.
- She noticed her boyfriend was getting clingier as the relationship progressed.
- The new adhesive tape is much clingier than regular tape.
- Children often become clingier when they’re feeling insecure.