velvety

adjective

vel·​vety ˈvel-və-tē 

1

: having the character of velvet as in being soft, smooth, thick, or richly hued

velvety hair

a velvety green pasture

2

: smooth to the taste : mild

a velvety wine

Synonyms of velvety

• silky
• satin
• soft

Examples of velvety in a Sentence

a dog's velvety ears

Recent Examples on the Web

High West bourbon lays a warm, oaky foundation for a seasonal blend of crisp apple, aromatic cloves and cardamom, all deepened by the velvety sweetness of crème de cassis. — Angela Hansberger, AJC.com, 9 Oct. 2026

Food and drink Breakfast includes local yogurts and cheeses, cakes still warm from the oven, fresh fruit, and trays of sticky honeycomb—plus velvety cappuccinos and rocket fuel espressos. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

The commenter recommended a farm called Moonlight Ridge, and Marris clicked over to its Facebook page, which was filled with pictures of velvety Nubian goats. — CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2026

View this post on Instagram No wire hangers Swap out your hangers for those slim, velvety hangers. — Kansas City Star, 1 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

velvet entry 1 + -y entry 1

First Known Use

1752, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

velvety

adjective

vel·​vety ˈvel-vət-ē 

: soft, smooth, or thick like velvet

velvety leaves