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saponaceous

adjective

/ˌsæpəˈneɪʃəs/

Meaning

Soapy or having the qualities of soap.

The plant has saponaceous leaves that produce foam when rubbed in water.

soapy, foamy, sudsy, slippery

dry, rough, gritty

saponaceous plant, saponaceous substance, saponaceous quality, saponaceous texture

related to, characteristic of, or situated in a city or town

Having impaired or defective vision; lacking insight or understanding.

serving to make a fault or an offense seem less serious

not confident or assured; uncertain and anxious

showing courage or determination; brave and heroic

causing great excitement or shock; extremely impressive