thickened; thickening
ˈthik-niŋ 
ˈthi-kə-
1
a
: to become dense
the mist thickened
b
: to become concentrated in numbers, mass, or frequency
2
: to grow blurred or obscure
3
: to grow broader or bulkier
4
: to grow complicated or keen
the plot thickens
1
a
: to make thick, dense, or viscous in consistency
thicken gravy with flour
b
: to make close or compact
2
: to increase the depth or diameter of
3
: to make inarticulate : blur
alcohol thickened his speech
Examples of thicken in a Sentence
I thickened the gravy with flour.
When the mixture thickens, add the remaining ingredients.
The fog thickened when night fell.
Recent Examples on the Web
Thin bezel wraps around the top and sides of the screen but thickens up a bit below the display.
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PCMAG, 11 Apr. 2024
Powdered sugar: Adds sweetness and thickens up the filling.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2024
The ingredient is derived from the seeds of the Ricinus communis (castor oil) plant and is beloved for its ability to strengthen and thicken the hair on the scalp, brows, and lashes.
—Michelle Rostamian, Peoplemag, 5 Apr. 2024
In that case, consider something like castor oil which can both strengthen and thicken them.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 1 Apr. 2024
This specific blend from Pattern by Tracee Ellis Ross helps maintain moisture and thickens thinning hair.
—Jenn Barthole, Glamour, 29 Mar. 2024
Psoriasis patients could expect their doctors to suggest products that contain salicylic acid and retinoids, which can help to reduce the symptom of skin thickening.
—Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, 27 Mar. 2024
Clouds will drop and thicken, and a few showers may pop up by pre-dawn.
—Ian Livingston, Washington Post, 26 Mar. 2024
Avalon Organics Therapy Thickening Shampoo This hair thickening shampoo for men is made with biotin and other natural ingredients that have been certified non-GMO to help men increase their hair follicles.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
PCMAG, 11 Apr. 2024
Powdered sugar: Adds sweetness and thickens up the filling.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2024
The ingredient is derived from the seeds of the Ricinus communis (castor oil) plant and is beloved for its ability to strengthen and thicken the hair on the scalp, brows, and lashes.
—Michelle Rostamian, Peoplemag, 5 Apr. 2024
In that case, consider something like castor oil which can both strengthen and thicken them.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 1 Apr. 2024
This specific blend from Pattern by Tracee Ellis Ross helps maintain moisture and thickens thinning hair.
—Jenn Barthole, Glamour, 29 Mar. 2024
Psoriasis patients could expect their doctors to suggest products that contain salicylic acid and retinoids, which can help to reduce the symptom of skin thickening.
—Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, 27 Mar. 2024
Clouds will drop and thicken, and a few showers may pop up by pre-dawn.
—Ian Livingston, Washington Post, 26 Mar. 2024
Avalon Organics Therapy Thickening Shampoo This hair thickening shampoo for men is made with biotin and other natural ingredients that have been certified non-GMO to help men increase their hair follicles.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
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“Thicken.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thicken. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.
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