thicken

/θˈɪkən/

/ˈθɪkən/

to thicken

MAIN VERB

to become more viscous or dense

synonyms : inspissate

antonyms : thin

make thick or thicker

synonyms : inspissate

antonyms : thin

make viscous or dense

synonyms : inspissate

Examples

1. I added arrowroot starch to my homemade soup to thicken the broth.

2. They used okra to thicken their stew and enhance its texture and taste.

3. He added plain flour to the sauce, thickening it to a creamy consistency for the pasta dish.

4. She added pectin to the strawberry jam to help it thicken.