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creamier

 

[ ˈkriːmiər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

food texture

Creamier is a comparative form of the adjective 'creamy', which describes a smooth, rich, and often thick texture found in foods, especially in dairy products like cream or ice cream. When a dish is described as creamier, it means that it has a more pronounced creamy consistency than something else. This term is commonly used in culinary discussions or when comparing different food options. The creaminess can enhance the flavor and mouthfeel of various recipes, making them more indulgent.

Synonyms

richer, smoother, thicker

Examples of usage

  • This soup is creamier than the last one.
  • She prefers creamier ice cream flavors.
  • Add more milk for a creamier texture.
  • The cake turned out creamier than expected.

Translations

Translations of the word "creamier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais cremoso

🇮🇳 ज़्यादा क्रीमी

🇩🇪 cremiger

🇮🇩 lebih krimi

🇺🇦 більш кремовий

🇵🇱 bardziej kremowy

🇯🇵 クリーミーな

🇫🇷 plus crémeux

🇪🇸 más cremoso

🇹🇷 daha kremalı

🇰🇷 더 크리미한

🇸🇦 أكثر كريمية

🇨🇿 krémovější

🇸🇰 krémovejší

🇨🇳 更奶油

🇸🇮 bolj kremast

🇮🇸 kremmeiri

🇰🇿 кремдірек

🇬🇪 მეტად კრემოვანი

🇦🇿 daha kremalı

🇲🇽 más cremoso

Etymology

The word 'creamier' is derived from the base word 'cream', which comes from the Latin word 'cremor', meaning 'thick milk'. The use of 'cream' in English has been attested since the late 14th century, referring to the fatty part of milk or the top layer that forms when milk is left to stand. The adjective 'creamy' likely emerged in the late 16th century, to describe the texture or consistency similar to that of cream. The transformation to the comparative form 'creamier' follows standard adjective modification rules in English, emphasizing a greater degree of the quality described. The culinary context of 'creamier' reflects a broader trend in gastronomy towards richer textures in food, influenced by various cooking practices throughout history.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,490, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.