sleek
/slik/
verb
- To make something smooth and shiny, especially hair or fur.
- She sleeked down the stray hairs with a wet comb.
- He sleeked his hair back with gel before the interview.
- The mother cat sleeked her kitten's fur with her tongue.
adjective
- Smooth, shiny, and well-groomed in appearance.
- The horse's sleek fur showed it was healthy and well cared for.
- The cat had a sleek black coat that shone in the sunlight.
- She brushed her hair until it was sleek and glossy.
- Having a smooth, elegant, and modern design.
- The kitchen was remodeled with sleek stainless steel appliances.
- The new sports car has a sleek, aerodynamic shape.
- The smartphone's sleek design fits easily in your pocket.
- Smooth and skillful in a way that may seem dishonest or insincere.
- The salesman was too sleek, and I didn't trust him.
- She gave a sleek answer that avoided the real question.
- His sleek promises turned out to be empty.