CREAMY Synonyms: 66 Similar and Opposite Words

creamy

adjective

Definition of creamy

as in thickened

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as in velvety

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Recent Examples of creamy Chicken Scallopini The creamy mushroom sauce for this chicken recipe uses dry white wine for flavor. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 23 Sep. 2026 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 This elegant indoor tree features a white trunk and oval-shaped leaves with creamy-colored veins and velvety undersides. — Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 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 See All Example Sentences for creamy

Recent Examples of Synonyms for creamy

Adjective

Stir until chocolate is melted and smooth; let cool slightly until thickened but pourable, 5 to 10 minutes.

— Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2026
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

Definition of thickened

Adjective

The ensemble, loosely based on a design from Saint Laurent’s fall 2017 ready-to-wear collection, per Chali’s stylist Chris Horan, was crafted with a velvety fabric and a sheer element at the bust for a sensual edge.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 27 Sep. 2026
The classic is a plush fleece with a velvety soft feel, while the luxe style is double-lined with faux sherpa for heavier warmth.

— ABC News, ABC News, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of velvety

Adjective

Back at the Apollyon, Nas vomits the same black, viscous substance again.

— Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 25 Sep. 2026
The viscous formula is powered by four plant ferments (soybean, barley, pomegranate, and Korean pear, to name a few) and works wonders to rejuvenate skin in a single use.

— Kiana Murden, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of viscous

Adjective

Several minutes in garlicky olive oil then transform them into silky ribbons that tangle easily with the pasta.

— Carla Lalli Music, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026
To no surprise, celebrity MUA Tina Turnbow relied on Armani Beauty to create Russell’s glam, including the brand’s iconic skinlike foundation, silky concealer, and smoothing primer.

— Anna Traver, InStyle, 21 Sep. 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

Each nail was painted a creamy, satiny nude hue from base to tip, but her ring fingers got a little extra glam, with three rhinestones placed right at the base—a red jewel framed by a diamond to match her ruby-colored outfit, of course.

— Kara Nesvig, Allure, 28 Sep. 2026
This pick combines the best of both worlds with a blend of AHA, BHA, and polyhydroxy acid (PHA), plus super-fine volcanic pumice suspended in a satiny gel.

— Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of satiny

Adjective

Extra-firm tofu is denser and contains more protein than, for example, silken tofu.

— Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 15 Sep. 2026
When blended with usual pancake ingredients, like flour, sugar, and leaveners, silken tofu acts as a binder, much like eggs in a standard recipe.

— Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of silken

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