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 After a long night in the privacy of his room, Godwin impulsively painted over the wallpaper that covered the ceiling with a creamy white paint. — Literary Hub, 14 Oct. 2026 From a buttery pan sauce poured over a steak to a light and creamy hollandaise atop roasted vegetables, the category of sauce ranges far and wide. — Laura Manzano, Martha Stewart, 14 Oct. 2026 The above caramel brown is my favorite, but the creamy white is a close second. — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 14 Oct. 2026 The standout dish, however, was the juicy scarlet prawns on a bed of creamy, lemony Portuguese rice. — Julia Wytrazek, TheWeek, 13 Oct. 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
  • Report a new lump, thickened area, persistent ulcer or unexplained bleeding promptly.
    — Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 20 Oct. 2026
  • 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
Definition of thickened
Adjective
  • The dress featured contrasting fabric at the neckline and hips, with a velvety material set against the chiffon-like fabric used throughout he rest of the dress.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
  • The trending chill pill design pairs velvety matte finishes with luminous cat-eye accents, with each nail getting its own dose of seasonal color.
    — Amanda Le, InStyle, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of velvety
Adjective
  • The interior was made of multiple layers of translucent, colored silicone to create a viscous look.
    — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Jay just gets bumped from one squishy chamber of viscous lumps to another, fighting like hell to avoid following his squid adversary through a puckering hole and deeper into the digestive system, where the air turns into methane.
    — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of viscous
Adjective
  • How decadent to have a vermouth on the rocks and sweet treats — affogato, flan, a silky strawberry panna cotta — under the half moon slung low in the sky.
    — Amanda Lee Koe, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The company says its paddings provide the same soft touch and luxurious look, lightweight and silky feel of down stuffing.
    — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of silky
Adjective
  • But his script, co-written with regular collaborator Jack Coulter, is less impressive, welding together story scraps from other, better films to rather turbid, uninvolving effect.
    — Guy Lodge, Variety, 3 Oct. 2026
  • Since then, shifting groundwater and agricultural activity nearby have made the water increasingly turbid.
    — Sarah Evans, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of turbid
Adjective
  • In another instance of a high-slit dress allowing footwear to be seen, the musician wore a satiny strapless black dress with angular ruching.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 17 Oct. 2026
  • 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
Definition of satiny
Adjective
  • Add apple slices, and cook, stirring occasionally, until apples are softened and sugar mixture is syrupy, 10 to 12 minutes.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Bring to simmer and cook till reduced by about half and lightly syrupy.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of syrupy
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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“Creamy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creamy. Accessed 21 Oct. 2026.

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