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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

Acting or done quickly and without thought or care; impulsive.

tiresome because of length or dullness; boring and monotonous

Judged over a period of time to be of the highest quality and outstanding of its kind.

having a stale, moldy, or damp smell

lacking education; not having received formal schooling or training

Rapid growth or dramatic progress within a specific time