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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Adjective

Sprinkle the yeast on top and set aside to bloom for 5 minutes; the mixture should become foamy.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 Nov. 2026
Morton kosher salt in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment on medium speed until foamy and sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes.

— Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of foamy

Adjective

Our bright, bubbly and babbling toddler might live, but wouldn’t last.

— Jen Murphy Parker, Flow Space, 28 Oct. 2026
The three other members of Uppity are bubbly, guileless, and joyful to an extent that’s unique at any age, but especially rare in adulthood.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of bubbly

Adjective

Another new addition to Arrowhead’s holiday halls is The Nice List, an exclusive private suite experience with complimentary sparkling wine and charcuterie upon arrival, a dedicated suite attendant and premium parking.

— Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 29 Oct. 2026
Press the dough into an approximately 14 by 4-inch rectangular tart pan with a removable bottom and sprinkle with the sparkling sugar.

— ABC News, ABC News, 29 Oct. 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

Adjective

Recall the custom Yasmina Atta dress that married a plunging latex bodice with a frothy tulle tutu, slung low on the hips and toughened up with studded belts.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026
The best deals go to a few firms, with others given a sliver at frothy valuations or locked out until an IPO.

— Diane Brady, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of frothy

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