Thick Similes
8 classic and creative similes for Thick - vivid comparisons you can use in writing, essays, and conversation. Browse the full list.
- Thick as fog on the Thames
- As thick as fleas on a farm dog
- As thick as tree trunks
- As thick as London fog
- As thick as thieves
- As thick as two short planks
- As thick as a brick
- As thick as ants
Frequently asked
What does "as thick as" mean?
"As thick as" is a simile - a comparison using "as" to make a quality vivid. When something is "as thick as" something else, the speaker is using the second thing as a familiar example of thickness, so the reader can picture the quality instead of just reading the word.
How many "as thick as" similes are there?
SimileStack lists 8 similes for Thick. Common ones include "As thick as a brick" and "As thick as ants". The full list is on this page.
When should I use a "thick" simile in writing?
Use a "thick" simile when you want the reader to feel thickness rather than just register the adjective. They work especially well in description, character work, and dialogue, where one well-chosen comparison can do the work of a whole paragraph.