thick
This term describes a sense of density or substantiality, whether referring to physical dimensions, the viscosity of a liquid, or the concentration of a crowd. It often carries a connotation of heaviness or opacity, suggesting something that is difficult to penetrate or move through, such as a thick fog or a thick forest.
Meanings
Having a large distance between opposite sides; having a dense consistency; growing closely together; or lacking intelligence.
"The thick walls of the castle kept the interior cool."
Collocations & Compounds
thick fog
dense atmospheric vapor
The thick fog made driving impossible.
thick accent
a strong or heavy way of speaking
He spoke with a thick Scottish accent.
thick slice
a wide piece of food
She cut a thick slice of sourdough bread.
thick skin
the ability to ignore criticism
You need thick skin to work in politics.
thick forest
a dense area of trees
They got lost in the thick forest.