BUTTERY Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

Definition of buttery

as in fatty

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noun

chiefly dialect

as in larder

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Recent Examples of buttery

Adjective

Instead, the Ginger/Dark Charcoal/White leaned more lifestyle with a look somewhat reminiscent of the iconic Timberland 6-Inch Premium Boot with its buttery suede upper. — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 11 July 2026 Similar to lemon curd, though not as tart, peach curd transforms ripe peaches into a silky spread with a rich, buttery texture and bright fruit flavor. — Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 10 July 2026

Noun

The latest launch in the beloved Soft Glam fam comes in eight buttery (no really, there's shea butter in the formula), buildable shades that have a diffused finish. — Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026 The uber-buttery snow crab nigiri might just be perfection in a single bite. — Nathanael Gassett, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for buttery

Recent Examples of Synonyms for buttery

Adjective

That means, at minimum, heavy cream contains double the fat content of the fattiest half-and-half on the market.

— Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 3 July 2026
Among the richest sources are fatty fish such as salmon, mackerel, herring, and tuna, as well as marine algae and seafood such as oysters.

— MD Published, Verywell Health, 29 June 2026

Definition of fatty

Noun

Before refrigeration became mainstream, cutout details were added to larders and meat safes as a way to ventilate a cupboard without leaving it open.

— Kelsey Mulvey, Architectural Digest, 27 July 2026
The debut of chef-founder Tom Waters, diners are treated to an intimate, multi-course experience from the open kitchen, with a rotating, seasonal menu that celebrates Wales’ abundant larder.

— Carinne Geil Botta, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026

Definition of larder

Adjective

Made with salicylic and glycolic acids for exfoliation, the product is particularly well-suited for those with oily skin, or anyone looking to target uneven texture.

— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 29 July 2026
To combat oily roots while also adding some blow-out-worthy volume, the Style Edit Texture Boost Dry Texturizing Spray is your best bet.

— Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 28 July 2026

Definition of oily

Noun

Lawyers offered free legal consultations to immigrants throughout the convention and the organization provided a food pantry at the end of the event.

— Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2026
With a conflict in the Middle East creating more price pressures, the cost of filling refrigerators, freezers and pantries has made affordability a central issue in the fall midterm elections.

— Dee-Ann Durbin, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2026

Definition of pantry

Adjective

Designed to be charming and romantic, rooms have a B&B feel with canopy beds, rich drapery, plush chairs, hardwood floors, and walls adorned with chair rail and crown molding.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
Each spoonful was rich and silky, with creamy vanilla pudding coating tender banana slices and vanilla wafers that soaked up enough sweetness to become cake-like.

— Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026

Definition of rich

Adjective

This summer’s menu will include items like hitsumabushi (a Donburi bowl with sliced eel or wagyu); chazuke with salmon and ikura; rice bowls with baby sardines and futomaki (a fat sushi roll).

— Connie Ogle July 30, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026
In a nation that just seems to keep getting fatter, the South is claiming an ever-larger piece of the pie.

— AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 30 July 2026

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