Runny

Describing something that has a liquid or semi-liquid consistency, tending to flow easily and not being thick or solid. This word often refers to substances like liquids, gels, or even certain textures of food. The degree of fluidity is the key characteristic, distinguishing 'runny' from substances that are viscous, solid, or clumpy. The term can be applied broadly across different contexts, from physical properties of materials to describing the state of something that is wet or leaking.

Runny meaning with examples

• The chef added a touch more cream to the sauce, making it delightfully runny and perfect for drizzling over the pasta. It was a perfect consistency, easy to pour and clung perfectly to the noodles. The recipe called for a specific thickness, and they achieved just that.
• After the rainstorm, the paint on the old house started to run. The house needed serious repairs as it was far more than just 'runny' paint, this house was clearly falling to pieces.
• She had to quickly make a new egg sandwich, the egg whites weren't set, and so it was quite runny; the egg whites were much easier to eat, but it was still a nice snack
• He was very sick, his nose was runny; he knew he was coming down with a cold. The feeling was unpleasant, he knew he would need to call in sick to work.