Clingy (adjective)

1. Having a strong emotional need to be close to someone, often to the point of being dependent on them.
2. Having a tendency to hold on to something tightly or not letting go easily.

Origin:

Derived from the verb "to cling" meaning to stick or hold on firmly.

Examples:

1. She was feeling clingy after being away from her partner for a long time.
2. He was a clingy child and didn't like to be left alone.
3. She found her new dress too clingy and uncomfortable to wear.
4. He had a clingy personality and always wanted to be around his friends.
5. The material of the shirt is a bit clingy, it sticks to the skin.