What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
densely
Example
The city center is densely populated with people and buildings. [densely: adverb]
Example
The forest was densely covered with trees and undergrowth. [densely: adverb]
thickly
Example
The soup was thickly seasoned with herbs and spices. [thickly: adverb]
Example
The air was thickly polluted with smog and smoke. [thickly: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Densely is more commonly used than thickly in formal writing or academic contexts, while thickly is more commonly used in casual or colloquial language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between densely and thickly?
Densely is a more formal term that is appropriate for academic or professional writing, while thickly is a more casual term that is often used in everyday conversation or informal writing.
