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icing Synonyms
Another word for icing
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• noun (Context 1)
A sweet mixture, typically made from powdered sugar, liquid, and butter or egg whites, used to coat or decorate baked goods such as cakes and cookies.
Usage Example
"She carefully piped pink frosting around the edges of the birthday cake."
Strongest
frosting
Strong
glaze
fondant
• noun (Context 2)
The formation of a layer of ice on a surface, particularly on the wings or fuselage of an aircraft or the superstructure of a ship, which can dangerously affect performance.
Usage Example
"The pilot requested a change in altitude to avoid severe freezing conditions in the thick clouds."
Strong
freezing
Opposites of icing
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of icing varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites:
thawing
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Icing. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/icing