Sludge

Pronunciation: /ˈslʌdʒ/

Sludge (noun)

  1. a thick, soft, wet mixture of dirt or waste material.
  2. a semi-solid waste from industrial processes or sewage treatment.
  3. a layer of mud or other soft material at the bottom of a liquid.

Examples

  • The river was clogged with sludge after the storm.
  • Sludge covered the road, making it slippery.

Common collocations: thick sludge, sludge accumulation, industrial sludge, sludge treatment, dispose of sludge

Synonyms of Sludge

Neutral

Antonyms of Sludge

  • when referring to clear, clean substances