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

The queasiest, looking away, opted for the Crystal Pass, a velvety Old-Fashioned incorporating oaky Scotch, bourbon, and mole sauce. — Hilton Als, New Yorker, 6 Nov. 2026

Pumpkin Nemesis Traditionally made with dark chocolate, a nemesis is an eggy, flourless cake with a velvety mousse-like texture. — Carolynn Carreño, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026

The rich, velvety filling that melts over top comes together in moments while your spud cooks. — Kelsey Jane Youngman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Nov. 2026

As yet another perk, the formula has a velvety texture that melts luxuriously into the skin. — Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 29 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