condensed

1 of 2

adjective

con·​densed kən-ˈden(t)st 

: reduced to a more compact or dense form

also : having a face narrower than that of a standard typeface

condensed

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past tense and past participle of condense

Examples of condensed in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

The play is essentially a condensed version of Jaku’s memoir, but there’s one big difference. — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 2 Oct. 2026

The blitz with Jones was an example of Joseph taking advantage of a defensive back’s versatility and athleticism to set the edge in the more condensed real estate of the red zone. — Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2026

While cake is cooling, whisk together cold water, sweetened condensed milk, and pudding mix in a large bowl until smooth. — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 13 July 2026

The gallery presents a condensed history of blue-and-white ceramics globally in dishes, starting in the Middle East with a 9th century Iraqi piece. — Stephanie Shih june 17, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing condensed

• condensed milk
• condensed soup

Rhymes for condensed

• recommenced
• recompensed
• against
• commenced
• dispensed
• expensed
• incensed
• unfenced
• fenced
• sensed
• tensed

Medical Definition

condensed

adjective

: reduced to a more compact or dense form

condensed metaphase chromosomes

condensed heterochromatin