Thesaurus results for LATHERY

lathery

adjective

Definition of lathery

as in foamy

covered with, consisting of, or resembling foam the lathery crests of the waves washed up and down the sandy beach

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On top of the moving-camera-foamy-dark-mouth challenge, there was the plaque challenge.

— Jenny Bailly, Allure, 1 Sep. 2026
Along with the foamy new drink, Starbucks will add three new Mini Pies to its fall lineup.

— Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of foamy

Adjective

Add the pumpkin puree and stir well, cover partially (the mixture will get bubbly and spatter), reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

— ABC News, ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026
The shop’s 12 bubbly livestream hosts have turned into micro-celebrities.

— Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of bubbly

Adjective

Venture through the steep, winding lanes lined with high-end boutiques and restaurants while taking in panoramic views of the sparkling blue Mediterranean Sea below.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026
Laced with Horgan’s signature combination of unsparing honesty and sparkling wit, Youth is a fleet and frisky reminder that growing into yourself is a lifelong endeavor.

— Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of sparkling

Adjective

Friendships were forged over sudsy beverages — often, for us, in the form of a Mexican Chocolate Stout or the Citrus Paradisi IPA.

— Joe Nguyen, Denver Post, 4 May 2026
John Tufts Five Indiana breweries floated their way to the sudsy top of the 2026 World Beer Cup, earning gold, silver and bronze medal distinctions at this year's international event.

— John Tufts, IndyStar, 23 Apr. 2026

Definition of sudsy

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