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 Like other fibers, beta-glucan forms a gel in your stomach, which increases the thickness of food as it is digested. — Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 2 July 2026 The varying sizes of these tools suggest threads of different thicknesses, and that indicates both finer and coarser textiles, and likely the use of a range of raw materials. — Leslie Katz, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 Modern thermal sights, digital battle management systems, drone integration, and rapid target sharing now play as significant a role in tank combat as armor thickness or engine power. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 30 June 2026 Cook for 30–40 minutes, depending on thickness, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork, the internal temperature reaches approximately 140°F and the edges are lightly caramelized and smoky. — Staff, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for thickness

Recent Examples of Synonyms for thickness

Noun

There was nothing really else at stake other than consistency and pride.

— Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026
None of it requires much beyond consistency, and the payoff extends well past better hearing in a noisy room.

— Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 July 2026

Definition of consistency

Noun

The design mounts graphics processing units in compute trays that sit vertically instead of horizontally to boost density and reduce latency, and had been slated to debut with Vera Rubin Ultra, Nvidia's next-generation rack-scale system, in 2027.

— Anniek Bao, CNBC, 6 July 2026
The idea centers on using 3D architectural innovation to deliver gains similar to higher transistor density, offering a potential route around some of the constraints imposed by advanced-node restrictions.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 6 July 2026

Definition of density

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