The Opposite(Antonym) of “thick”
The antonyms of thick are thin, slim, and narrow. These words describe the opposite of thickness, which can refer to physical dimensions or consistency.
Explore all Antonyms of “thick”
Definitions and Examples of thin, slim, narrow
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Having little depth or thickness; not bulky or heavy.
Example
She prefers thin crust pizza over thick crust.
Having a small width in proportion to height or length; slender.
Example
She lost weight and now wears a slim fit dress.
Having a small width in comparison to length; limited in extent or scope.
Example
The road was too narrow for two cars to pass at the same time.
Key Differences: thin vs slim vs narrow
- 1Thin refers to a lack of depth or thickness, while slim describes a narrow width in proportion to height or length.
- 2Narrow refers to a small width in comparison to length or limited extent or scope.
Effective Usage of thin, slim, narrow
- 1Physical Dimensions: Use thin to describe objects with little depth or slim to describe objects with a small width in proportion to height or length.
- 2Consistency: Use thin to describe liquids or materials with low viscosity, while thick is used to describe materials with high viscosity.
- 3Limited Space: Use narrow to describe spaces with limited width or extent.
Remember this!
The antonyms of thick are thin, slim, and narrow. Use thin to describe objects with little depth, slim to describe objects with a small width in proportion to height or length, and narrow to describe spaces with limited width or extent. Additionally, use thin to describe liquids or materials with low viscosity, while thick is used to describe materials with high viscosity.
