World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionariesplus épais
Pronunciation / Transliteration: plys e.pa.is
"Ce livre est plus épais que l'autre."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
Having a larger distance between opposite surfaces or sides; more massive or bulky compared to something else.
"She chose a thicker woolen blanket to stay warm during the cold winter night." - 2
Relating to a liquid or substance of high viscosity or density, flowing slowly.
"The sauce became much thicker after simmering on the stove for an hour."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from Old English thiccce, meaning dense, closely set, or of large compass in breadth. Cognate with Old High German thicchi and Dutch dik, evolving through Middle English to denote greater dimension between opposite surfaces.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Thicker"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Thicker" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
plus épais
Transliteration: plys e.pa.is
"Ce livre est plus épais que l'autre."
dickerer
Transliteration: dɪk.ə.ʁɐ
"Dieses Buch ist dicker als das andere."
più spesso
Transliteration: pju ˈspɛs.so
"Questo foglio è più spesso."
más grueso
Transliteration: mas ˈɡwwe.so
"Necesitamos un cable más grueso."
mais grosso
Transliteration: majz ˈɡɾo.su
"Este papel é mais grosso."
अधिक मोटा
Transliteration: adhik motā
"यह किताब दूसरी वाली से अधिक मोटी है।"
更厚
Transliteration: gèng hòu
"这本书比那本更厚。"
더 두꺼운
Transliteration: deo duk-kkeo-un
"이 책이 저 책보다 더 두껍다."
より厚い
Transliteration: yori atsui
"この本はあの本より厚いです。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all French termsA software suite or organizational framework designed to manage, track, and execute the deployment and configuration of software packages or physical equipment.
Relating to or connected with the lumbar region of the spine or the lower back.
A trace or remnant of something that is disappearing or has already disappeared.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Thicker"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.