satiny

adjective

sat·​iny ˈsa-tᵊn-ē How to pronounce satiny (audio)
ˈsat-nē
Synonyms of satinynext
: having or resembling the soft usually lustrous smoothness of satin
a satiny finish

Examples of satiny in a Sentence

There's a satiny feel to the material. the satiny short coat of an Arabian horse
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This is another bra on constant rotation for me, thanks in large part to the sleek, satiny fabric and comfortable-yet-supportive wireless design. Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 5 Apr. 2026 Beef broth transforms the sautéed mushrooms into a satiny, rich gravy. Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 19 Mar. 2026 According to him, aging skin benefits from sheer, buildable pigments that layer smoothly, have true-to-skin undertones, and have a soft, satiny finish that’s neither flat nor glittery. Jenny Berg, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2026 The lightweight, black satiny nylon jacket featured ruched velvet stripes and a boned ruffle around the neck, a tie belt and a zip front. Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for satiny

Word History

First Known Use

1693, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of satiny was in 1693

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“Satiny.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/satiny. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.

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