powdery

adjective

pow·​dery ˈpau̇-də-rē 

1

a

: resembling or consisting of powder

powdery snow

b

: easily reduced to powder : crumbling

2

: covered with or as if with powder

Synonyms

• dusty
• fine

Examples of powdery in a Sentence

the beach's powdery white sand

We skied down the powdery slopes.

Recent Examples on the Web

The opening hits you with a beautiful mandarin that feels fresh and zesty, paired with the sweetest marshmallow accord that somehow manages to feel both powdery and fluffy at the same time. —Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 5 Sep. 2025

Go All-In on Blue Accents If pink feels too precious, look for a warm, powdery tone and dive even deeper into pairing it with blue. —Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2025

Situated between Tulum’s powdery white sands and its lush jungle canopy, La Valise Tulum offers a boutique stay where rustic design meets contemporary luxury. —Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 27 Aug. 2025

Pollen, a powdery substance produced in male plant parts, must reach female plant parts for plants to reproduce. —Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing powdery

• powdery mildew

Kids Definition

powdery

adjective

pow·​dery ˈpau̇d-ə-rē 

1

a

: resembling or consisting of powder

b

: easily made into a powder : crumbly

2

: covered with or as if with powder : dusty