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silky

adjective

ˈsil-kē How to pronounce silky (audio)
Definition of silkynext
1
as in satin
smooth or delicate in appearance or feel the plant's fibers feel silky to the touch

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2
as in shaggy
covered with or as if with hair the tops of the leaves are a dark glossy green, but the undersides are light and silky

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Recent Examples of silky Marry Me Chicken Soup Cream cheese is the secret to success in this silky smooth soup that’s consistently at the top of the charts among BHG readers. — Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Sep. 2026 The buttery pan sauce takes a page from Chris Morocco’s Steak for One, gaining its silky texture from a bottle of oyster sauce. — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Sep. 2026 Rodriguez is an eye-catching centre-forward who combines his 6ft 4in (193cm) frame with a silky first touch. — Thom Harris, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026 The formula is incredibly silky, lasted beautifully throughout the day, and provided the ideal pop of color against my white dress. — Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 2 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for silky
Recent Examples of Synonyms for silky
  1. satin
  2. shaggy
  3. soft
  4. hairy
  5. velvety
Adjective
  • Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.
    — Jasmine Washington, Seventeen, 18 Jan. 2023
  • From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.
    — Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 13 Jan. 2023
Definition of satin
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  • Abrams’ shaggy appeal as the everyman hero who somehow manages to overcome every obstacle thrown in his way, including the most monstrous creatures Cregger and his talented creative team could devise, is a key factor in the film’s success.
    — Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Designed by Matthieu Blazy, the white column dress featured shaggy sections of black fabric and an asymmetrical, one-shoulder neckline.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of shaggy
Adjective
  • Bronwyn’s mother, Muzzy, who was lambasted all of last season for being cold and arguably cruel to her daughter, is notably softer in her first scene back — though the bob is as cunty as ever.
    — Tom Smyth, Vulture, 17 Sep. 2026
  • During our time there, we were treated to a three-course chef’s tasting menu that was a paean to the summer; think a profusion of tomatoes, stone fruit, local soft cheeses, and edible flowers.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of soft
Adjective
  • Hirta is Latin for hairy, and the plant’s stems do feel rough to the touch.
    — Sheryl DeVore, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2026
  • For millions of years, Pacific mastodons — huge, hairy relatives of modern elephants — roamed a vast and lush range that included California, Oregon, the northern Rocky Mountains and parts of Mexico.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of hairy
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  • Beyond the feel, the formula is supposed to deliver a long-lasting, velvety finish—and, of course, comes in Fenty’s signature range of diverse shades and undertones.
    — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Rather than making the chili taste like pumpkin, the purée gives it velvety richness, body, and an autumnal hue.
    — Kendra Vaculin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of velvety

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“Silky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/silky. Accessed 18 Sep. 2026.

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