Clammiest

/ˈklæmi.əst/ adjective

Definition

The most damp, sticky, and uncomfortably moist; the superlative form of clammy.

Etymology

Superlative form of 'clammy' using the -est suffix. Follows standard English comparative patterns where short adjectives take -er and -est rather than 'more' and 'most.'

Kelly Says

The clammiest part of your body is usually your palms and forehead because those areas have the highest concentration of sweat glands—which is why nervous people are said to have 'clammy hands' when facing scary situations.

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