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thicken

[ˈθɪkən]

thicken Definition

  • 1to make something become thicker in consistency
  • 2to become thicker in consistency

Using thicken: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "thicken" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Add cornstarch to thicken the sauce.

  • Example

    The soup will thicken as it simmers.

  • Example

    The plot of the story began to thicken as more characters were introduced.

thicken Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for thicken

Antonyms for thicken

Phrases with thicken

  • to become thicker or more solid in consistency

    Example

    The gravy will thicken up once you add the flour.

  • to make a situation more complicated or mysterious

    Example

    The detective's investigation began to thicken the plot of the murder mystery.

  • thick and fast

    happening quickly and in large numbers

    Example

    The snowflakes were falling thick and fast, making it difficult to see.

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Summary: thicken in Brief

'Thicken' [ˈθɪkən] means to make something thicker in consistency or to become thicker. It can be used for food, like 'Add cornstarch to thicken the sauce,' or for a plot, like 'The plot of the story began to thicken as more characters were introduced.' 'Thicken up' is a phrase that means to become thicker or more solid, while 'thicken the plot' means to make a situation more complicated or mysterious.