Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

thicken

verb
/ˈθɪk.ən/
Definition
To make or become denser or more solid.
Examples
  • She decided to thicken the sauce by adding some cornstarch.
  • The fog began to thicken as night approached.
  • To thicken the mixture, stir in more cream.
Meaning
To increase the consistency or density of a substance, often used in cooking or material processes.
Synonyms
  • condense
  • intensify
  • bulk up
  • solidify
  • pad