The difference between Clingy and Close-fitting

When used as adjectives, clingy means having a tendency to cling, whereas close-fitting means snug, tight, form-fitting.


check bellow for the other definitions of Clingy and Close-fitting

  1. Clingy as an adjective:

    Having a tendency to cling.

    Examples:

    "a clingy minidress"

  2. Clingy as an adjective (informal, usually, derogatory):

    Pathetically attached to, or possessive of someone, usually a significant other.

    Examples:

    "a clingy ex-girlfriend who won't stop calling"

  1. Close-fitting as an adjective (of clothing):

    Snug, tight, form-fitting.

    Examples:

    "Her close-fitting clothes showed off her assets."

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