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

Their 2020 Listrac-Medoc has enticing aromas of violet, cassis, cedar, and graphite that transform to flavors of blackberry, black plum, vanilla, and raspberry, all gently wrapped in a velvety tannic sheath. —Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2026

The multipurpose color product provides a smooth, velvety matte flush wherever applied, from cheeks to lips, with highly pigmented color to boot. —Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2026

Ground beef, buttery Yukon Gold potatoes, and sharp Cheddar come together in a velvety broth for a hearty soup that's rich, cozy, and deeply satisfying. —Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026

Azumi usually ages Pacific bluefin somewhere between 16 and 19 days to achieve a velvety density. —Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 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