THICKNESS Synonyms: 96 Similar and Opposite Words

thickness

noun

ˈthik-nəs

Definition of thickness

as in consistency

the degree to which a fluid can resist flowing beat the eggs and sugar until the mixture has the thickness of heavy cream

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as in density

the quality or state of lacking intelligence or quickness of mind turkeys are now known to be smarter than once thought, refuting their reputation for thickness

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Recent Examples of thickness Even with unusual thickness, the battery’s electrolyte still allowed more than half of the lithium to be successfully extracted. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026 There are several beautiful varieties available in many different shapes and thicknesses. — Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 July 2026 Schippers did not specify the size, shape, thickness, or type of peanut butter the work needs. — ABC News, 9 July 2026 Google’s new phones will have similar shapes, with the Pro and Pro Fold models perhaps shaving off a little thickness. — ArsTechnica, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for thickness

Recent Examples of Synonyms for thickness

Noun

The inspector still makes the final decision, but the system speeds up the review and helps maintain consistency between inspections.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 15 July 2026
Humans set the strategy and creative direction while governance is built directly into the workflow—eliminating unnecessary review cycles without sacrificing brand consistency or compliance.

— Jamie Garverick, Fortune, 15 July 2026

Definition of consistency

Noun

The sport also includes jumping and physical loading that benefits bone density and muscular strength.

— Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 14 July 2026
All-solid-state batteries aim to replace this liquid with a solid material for safer operation, higher energy density, and better performance under extreme temperatures.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026

Definition of density

Noun

These blushes have soft, creamy, and looser consistences that people use for a more dewy, glowy look, but there’s nothing like the natural finish that a powder blush provides.

— Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2025
The league hasn’t seen this level of consistence performance on both ends of the floor since the Golden State Warriors from 2014-2017.

— Tom Rende, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025

Definition of consistence

Noun

Tiernan is tall but carries the denseness of frame and core strength of a guard.

— Matthew Mowery, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
Understand how rye works in baking Though dark, dense rye bread is delicious, rye flour does not inherently create denseness in other baked goods.

— The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026

Definition of denseness

Noun

That apprenticeship is slower than asking AI for a draft, and the slowness is exactly what builds the tacit expertise the data shows AI cannot replicate.

— Juliette Han, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026
Everything—the light, the salt, the slowness—conspires to shift your inner tempo.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026

Definition of slowness

Noun

This serum is great for fading dark spots, boosting collagen production, and fighting visible signs of aging like fine lines and dullness.

— Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 4 July 2026
Use natural brighteners like vinegar, lemon juice, or sunlight to combat yellowing and dullness.

— Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 1 July 2026