creamy

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

Examples of creamy in a Sentence

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

Blending breaks down the visible curds and turns the cheese into a smooth, creamy base without stripping out the protein. — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 22 Sep. 2026

The mac and cheese brings a creamy texture, the collard greens cut through some of the richness from the cheeses, and the cornbread provides a little crunch and sweetness in each bite. — Justin Brown, AJC.com, 20 Sep. 2026

Stir occasionally with a rubber or silicone spatula for 1 to 2 more minutes, turning the eggs, until they are almost fully set but still look slightly wet and creamy. — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2026

The rich, yet creamy, color pairs beautifully with fall neutrals and creates a softening contrast that makes skin look healthy and vibrant, rather than washed out and dull. — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 18 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

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