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 L'Occitane en Provence Almond Shimmering Body Oil A silky oil that nourishes skin while adding a subtle, refined luminosity that never feels sticky. — Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 Their football has been silky and the manager appears to be getting everything right. — Matt Slater, New York Times, 29 June 2026 It’s made from mostly viscose and polyester with a touch of elastane that feels silky soft and a little stretchy—the perfect blend for a crease-free travel top. — Kenedee Fowler, Southern Living, 26 June 2026 What’s more, a clarifying shampoo will make your hair more silky, manageable, and easy to style because it’s not weighed down by grease, dry shampoo, and excess product. — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 26 June 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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  • Two years later, Swift pushed the bounds of her beauty yet again, pairing a white, deep V-cut gown with a shaggy bob.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 2 July 2026
  • In most respects the man was unremarkable, just another shaggy head of hair in a sea of skater-boy business casual.
    — Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026
Definition of shaggy
Adjective
  • Play soft music to drown out fireworks blasts and give your pet something to do, like putting treats inside an interactive toy, to keep them calm and happy.
    — Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
  • This relaxed pick is incredibly soft, really cute, and surprisingly easy to style.
    — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 3 July 2026
Definition of soft
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  • This daring accessory was first debuted in Schiaparelli’s fall 2024 ready-to-wear collection, and the hairy tie has been making the rounds with other celebrities such as Selma Blair.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 6 July 2026
  • The ambitious series will debut new episodes later this year, making this the perfect time to prop up your hairy feet and marathon the first two seasons.
    — Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 22 June 2026
Definition of hairy
Adjective
  • Hung Vanngo painted a warm brown eye, a creamy pink matte lip, and velvety skin.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 July 2026
  • The lot gets toasted under the broiler, allowing the sauce to char and melt into a velvety smooth shawl over this restaurant-worthy croque monsieur.
    — Alexia Duchêne, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 June 2026
Definition of velvety

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