Definition

Having a large distance between opposite sides; not thin. It can also mean dense or crowded, like a forest or fog.

Example

The soup was too thick to pour easily.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you seen that new restaurant with the thick burgers?

Yeah, I heard they're amazing!

I can't wait to try one; they say the sauce is really thick too.

Sounds delicious! Let's go this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

In a way that is dense or compact; closely arranged or heavily layered.

Example

The snow fell thick, covering the ground in a soft white blanket.

Conversation

Did you see how thick the fog was this morning?

Yeah, it was hard to see anything at all!

I know, it felt like a scene from a movie with that thick mist.

Definition

A dense or heavy part of something, often referring to a place or situation that is full of activity or intensity.

Example

The soldiers found themselves in the thick of the battle, surrounded by chaos.

Conversation

Did you see that documentary about the war?

Yeah, it was intense, especially when they showed the thick of the fighting.

I know! It's hard to believe people went through that.

Root Explanation

Thick → This word originates from Old English 'þicce' (meaning having a large distance between opposite sides or surfaces). The word 'thick' describes something that has a considerable width or density.

Memory Tip

Think of something that has a large distance between its sides — that's what thick means.

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