runnier

Less thick, comparatively

Runnier is the comparative form of runny, meaning more liquid or flowing than something else.

A sauce that's runnier than intended may need thickening.

My nose is even runnier today than yesterday.

The batter should be runnier than pancake mix.

consistency

watery

Containing excess liquid

fluidSubstance that flows
thinSmall in diameter
dilutedMade weaker by adding liquid

liquefied · thinned · soupy · drippy · oozing · pourable · sloshy · flowing · loose · wet

unappetizing

slimy

Wet, slippery, unpleasant

grossTotal before subtractions
disgustingProvoking strong revulsion
mushySoft or saccharine

off-putting · unpalatable · sickening · gloopy · congealed · curdled · lumpy · spoiled · unset · raw

eggs

yolk

Egg's nutrient core

whitesPale-colored items collectively
poachedIllegally hunted or taken
soft-boiledBriefly cooked, yolk liquid

fried · over-easy · scrambled · custard · hollandaise · dippy · soldiers · breakfast · undercooked · protein

nose

mucus

Protective bodily secretion

congestionExcessive accumulation causing blockage
snifflesMinor nasal illness
coldLow temperature state

allergies · sinuses · dripping · tissues · snot · postnasal · hayfever · rhinitis · streaming · watering

spreads

honey

Bees' viscous nectar product

jamCooked fruit spread
tahiniGround sesame paste
caramelCooked sugar confection

treacle · drizzle · glaze · icing · frosting · ganache · coulis

Opposites

viscosity/consistency

runnierthicker

Of greater girth

firmer · stiffer · denser · gloopier · gummier

Phrases

running waterPlumbed household flow
running outApproaching total depletion
running awayRapid departure from danger
running lateBehind expected arrival time
running aroundMoving busily in directions
running out of timeInsufficient duration remaining

Family

running, overrunning, runniest

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