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

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

Its structure holds up to rich, velvety sauces without becoming overwhelmed or losing its texture. — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 29 June 2026

Espresso is thicker, creamier, and has a velvety mouthfeel that almost borders on syrupy. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 26 June 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