creamy

adjective

Definition of creamynext
1
as in thickened

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2
as in velvety

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Recent Examples of creamy Jack Cheese and Smoky Chipotle Fondue Lots of Monterey Jack cheese goes into this creamy fondue, along with sour cream, chipotle peppers, and bacon. — Jasmine Thompson, Midwest Living, 20 Aug. 2026 Aquaphor Moisturizing Face and Body Cream Review As its name suggests, the Aquaphor Moisturizing Face and Body Cream is a bit thicker, thanks to its creamy consistency. — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 19 Aug. 2026 Anything above that 80% baseline falls into extra-creamy territory. — Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 19 Aug. 2026 Bubble paint-on masks are creamy but usually fairly thin, so they can easily be spread over your face. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for creamy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for creamy
  1. thickened
  2. velvety
  3. viscous
  4. silky
  5. turbid
  6. satiny
  7. syrupy
  8. silken
Adjective
  • In a small blender combine heavy cream and lemon curd; pulse just until thickened but still pourable (2 to 3 pulses).
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 June 2026
  • But her thickened skin, along with her toughened reputation, felt supple now.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 29 Jan. 2026
Definition of thickened
Adjective
  • Every room is outfitted with French-favorite Malongo coffee machines, Atelier Cologne bath products, velvety robes and slippers, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The pear here adds an element of freshness, while vanilla adds warmth, shifting the scent from powdery to soft, velvety, and skin-like.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of velvety
Adjective
  • For starters, the new version has a thinner texture with a much more fluid consistency than its viscous predecessor.
    — Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 18 Aug. 2026
  • If a black hole had a secret identity as an imperfect, energy-dissipating, viscous fluid, then an effective field theory for imperfect, energy-dissipating, viscous fluids should exist, too.
    — Charlie Wood, Quanta Magazine, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of viscous
Adjective
  • Now Pedicularis had emerged as one of the first heralds of the Arctic summer, its stems wrapped in grayish, silky hairs that protect it like a warm winter coat.
    — Denise Hruby, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Bridal pajamas take on many forms—and the best ones, complete with feather embellishments and silky fabrics, are really pretty fabulous.
    — Lea Donenberg, Vogue, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of silky
Adjective
  • Since then, shifting groundwater and agricultural activity nearby have made the water increasingly turbid.
    — Sarah Evans, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
  • Why does Mitch find the view beautiful, though the water is turbid and he is enveloped in the scent of incense and candles?
    — Katie Kitamura, Harpers Magazine, 16 July 2025
Definition of turbid
Adjective
  • Then, during braising, the flour acts as a thickener to turn the wine and broth into a satiny sauce.
    — Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 12 Aug. 2026
  • The pale satiny garment featured long sleeves, prominent buttons down the middle and multicolored feathers around the collar.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 31 July 2026
Definition of satiny
Adjective
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce is syrupy, 5 minutes.
    — Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Bring to a boil and simmer until reduced by about half and slightly syrupy, 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    — Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of syrupy
Adjective
  • Go boho-western with some camel suede or softer with silken threads.
    — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 30 July 2026
  • The pair even posed atop a set of the villa’s ancient stairs, which were draped with a silken pink fabric and dotted with flowers.
    — Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026
Definition of silken

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“Creamy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creamy. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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