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 Everyone raved about the brisket and Charnichart’s signature green spaghetti, which is pasta in a creamy poblano sauce. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Aug. 2026 Wearing a bright, creamy, golden blonde gives both an expensive and edgy aura (the perfect combination). — Alyssa Rotunno, InStyle, 27 Aug. 2026 In the bustling Nyamirambo sector of Kigali, customers at Moses Sansiman's milk bar are spilling out into the street holding large glass mugs full of the creamy white drink. — Fatma Tanis, NPR, 27 Aug. 2026 The beans are braised until tender and creamy, tossed in lime juice that zips around the bowl. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for creamy

Recent Examples of Synonyms for creamy

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

This not only boosts velvety flavor and texture, but also makes a difference in how the end result looks.

— Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 19 Aug. 2026
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

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

Seabrooke said that even day-to-day activities—like washing with too-hot water, heat damage, rough towel drying, and genetics—can all play into hair that’s more staticky than silky.

— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 28 Aug. 2026
Think poofy baby doll dresses and silky slip dresses, but with that signature Olivia flair, of course.

— Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 28 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

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