creamy

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adjective

ˈkrē-mē 

creamier; creamiest

1

: containing cream

2

: resembling cream (as in color, texture, or taste)

a creamy consistency

creamy skin

a creamy voice

creamily

ˈkrē-mə-lē 

adverb

creaminess

ˈkrē-mē-nəs 

noun

creaminess

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noun

cream·​i·​ness ˈkrē-mē-nəs 

plural -es

: the quality or state of being creamy in texture or color

Examples of creamy in a Sentence

Adjective

The sauce has a smooth, creamy texture.

Do you prefer creamy or crunchy peanut butter?

She sings with a creamy voice.

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Hydrating Cream Hairbath is a rich, creamy shampoo that gently cleanses while restoring softness, bounce, and shine to dry, damaged, medium to thick hair. — ABC News, 10 Nov. 2026

Once cool, toss them with a creamy dressing of mayonnaise, yogurt, and spices that is studded with celery for crunch, then top with bright celery leaves and scallions for garnish. — Elizabeth Mervosh, Southern Living, 8 Nov. 2026

The banana ice cream was creamy and sweet with a light taste of coconut. — Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2026

Add the butter and mix with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy, 10 to 15 minutes. — Candy Hom, AJC.com, 7 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1618, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for creamy

• dreamy
• seamy
• steamy

Kids Definition

creamy

adjective

ˈkrē-mē 

creamier; creamiest

1

: full of or containing cream

2

: resembling cream in appearance, color, or taste

creaminess

-mē-nəs 

noun