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 The versatile vegetable is, of course, great pickled, but also serves as the base for creamy spreads and silky sauces. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 8 July 2026 Pink Drink goes viral Longtime fans of viral Starbucks beverages may recall 2016’s Pink Drink, a strawberry and açaí-based drink mixed with coconut milk, giving it an unmistakable creamy pink hue. — Drew Pittock, USA Today, 7 July 2026 This creamy foundation stick can be used for all-over coverage, as a spot concealer, under-eye brightener or as a contour, with 20 different shades available. — Tim Chan, Footwear News, 7 July 2026 This variety has vibrant blue-green leaves with a wide golden-yellow margin that lightens to creamy white during summer. — Lauren David, Martha Stewart, 6 July 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

Hung Vanngo painted a warm brown eye, a creamy pink matte lip, and velvety skin.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 July 2026
The lot gets toasted under the broiler, allowing the sauce to char and melt into a velvety smooth shawl over this restaurant-worthy croque monsieur.

— Alexia Duchêne, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 June 2026

Definition of velvety

Adjective

Neusch saw a couple of the house’s fire-andys roll along the balcony, their extinguisher nozzles deployed over the railings, pumping clouds of viscous yellow retardant foam into the atrium.

— Jeff Spry, Space.com, 26 June 2026
The primary health benefit of oats comes from beta-glucan, a viscous soluble fiber that affects cholesterol metabolism.

— Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 26 June 2026

Definition of viscous

Adjective

Rabbit’s wide-leg EZ Pants are made of a silky, breathable blend of polyester and spandex, which keeps them airy and lends to their impressive quick-drying and anti-chafing properties.

— Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026
Strain it through a fine-mesh sieve for an extra-silky finish.

— Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 10 July 2026

Definition of silky

Adjective

In science, absence of evidence is not evidence of absence, yet in turbid water, absence of observation becomes its own kind of uncertainty.

— Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 23 June 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

Silk Garments and Delicate Fabrics Silk and other delicate fabrics (think satiny blouses, scarves, and pillowcases) just aren't durable enough to withstand heat without temperatures permanently affecting the fabric's appearance.

— Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 4 July 2026
Another video shows the star wearing a satiny white dress and a sequin halter top.

— Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026

Definition of satiny

Adjective

Roast until the berries soften and the juices become syrupy, 30-35 minutes, stirring once halfway through.

— Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 22 June 2026
Over syrupy tea and biscuits, Manju and his three deputies recalled how the lives of his community members have fundamentally changed.

— Omkar Khandekar, NPR, 7 June 2026

Definition of syrupy

Adjective

The other is always saffron-rosewater, which is sunshine-yellow, heady as a summer garden, and lusciously silken in texture.

— Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 28 June 2026
Jean-Micheal Gathy's interiors are decorated in pale sand, taupe, and gold tones, with marble floors and silken carpets.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 June 2026

Definition of silken

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