B2
greasy vs oily
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| greasyadjective/ˈɡriː.si/ | Meaning covered with or containing a lot of oil or fat | Goes with greasy food | Example The fried chicken was too greasy for me. |
| oilyadjective/ˈɔɪ.li/ | Meaning covered with oil, or containing a lot of oil | Goes with oily fish | Example Oily fish like salmon and sardines are good for your heart. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Doctors recommend eating fish once a week.