Difference between Viscid and Adhesive

What is the difference between Viscid and Adhesive?

Viscid as an adjective is viscous; having a high viscosity. while Adhesive as an adjective is sticky; tenacious, as glutinous substances.

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Viscous; having a high viscosity. Sticky, slimy, or glutinous. Covered with a viscid layer.

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Sticky; tenacious, as glutinous substances.Apt or tending to adhere; clinging.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A substance, such as glue, that provides or promotes adhesion.

We hope you now know whether to use Viscid or Adhesive in your sentence.