silky

adjective

ˈsil-kē 

silkier; silkiest

1

a(1)

: silken sense 1

(2)

: silken sense 2

b

: smooth or fluid in motion

silky dance moves

2

: having or covered with fine soft hairs, plumes, or scales

silkily

ˈsil-kə-lē 

adverb

silkiness

ˈsil-kē-nəs 

noun

Synonyms

• cottony
• downy
• satin
• satiny
• silken
• silklike
• soft
• velvetlike
• velvety

Examples of silky in a Sentence

The cat has a silky coat.

The material has a silky feel.

Recent Examples on the Web

This silky, lightweight formula removes makeup and excess sebum like a dream—a go-to first step in your double-cleansing routine. —Annie Blackman, Allure, 18 July 2024

For dessert, find an almond cake, topped with blood orange supremes, almond slivers and powdered sugar served over a silky creme Anglaise. —Bahar Anooshahr, The Arizona Republic, 11 July 2024

This elegant air-suction vibe is coated in silky smooth silicone and features a nozzle that uses air to practically pull an orgasm from your body. —Sarah Madaus, SELF, 10 July 2024

For the festivities, Madonna opted for a silky red gown, paired with matching fingerless gloves and layers of silver jewelry. —Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 5 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1a(1)

Phrases Containing silky

• silky terrier

Kids Definition

silky

adjective

ˈsil-kē 

silkier; silkiest

1

: soft and smooth as silk

2

: having or covered with fine soft hairs, plumes, or scales

silkily

-kə-lē 

adverb

silkiness

-kē-nəs 

noun