creamier; creamiest
Synonyms of creamynext
1
: containing cream
2
: resembling cream (as in color, texture, or taste)
a creamy consistency
creamy skin
a creamy voice
creamily adverb
creaminess 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.
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The creamy and fragrant coconut curry, with its springy egg noodles and tender dark chicken, was proof that Kiin Di has made the expansive shift with grace. Matthew Odam, Austin American Statesman, 29 Jan. 2026 Just before serving, cooks beat quesillo into the already creamy mash. Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026 Dutch Boy Paints' 2026 Color of the Year is Melodious Ivory, a creamy beige that provides a timeless and warm splash of color to your bedroom. Asia London Palomba, The Spruce, 29 Jan. 2026 Familiar dishes with small boosts tend to shine the most — creamy pastas, roasted proteins, cozy vegetarian mains, chocolate-forward desserts. Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 28 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for creamy

Word History

First Known Use

1618, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of creamy was in 1618

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“Creamy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/creamy. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.

Kids Definition

creamy

adjective
creamier; creamiest
1
: full of or containing cream
2
: resembling cream in appearance, color, or taste
creaminess noun

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