DOWNY Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

downy

adjective

ˈdau̇-nē

Definition of downy

as in silky

smooth or delicate in appearance or feel the downy surface of a ripe peach

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Recent Examples of downy Or poach in milk and make a ricotta-ish cheese from the poaching liquid, to serve as a downy comforter on which to rest your egg. — Literary Hub, 6 Apr. 2026 The following season, Jackie was tending two downy babies — BBB (Big Bear Baby) and Stormy. — Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026 Just recently, Pera put a smooth mushroom pate on Coltivare’s menu, blanketed in a downy fluff of truffles. — Aviva Bechky, Houston Chronicle, 30 Jan. 2026 Sourcing the best comforters and duvet inserts—from down toppers to fluffy, featherless options—makes a downy bedscape a reality. — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 22 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for downy

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The star topped off the ensemble with a complementary beauty look, including her silky straight red tresses cascading down her shoulders, bright blush and a bold red lip.

— Morgan Evans, USA Today, 31 July 2026
Pull-on pants, whether silky, crafted from a linen-blend, or 100-percent cotton look so stylish thanks to their relatively simple, unfussy silhouette.

— Eva Thomas, InStyle, 31 July 2026

Definition of silky

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This buttery-soft basic is worth ditching your frumpy tees for.

— Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 1 Aug. 2026
It is commonly used in sports medicine, regenerative medicine and wellness settings with the goal of promoting the healing of tendons, ligaments, muscles and other soft tissues.

— Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 31 July 2026

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