SATIN Synonyms: 67 Similar and Opposite Words

satin 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of satin

as in glossy

having a shiny surface or finish satin paint

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as in silky

smooth or delicate in appearance or feel the satin petals of a rose

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sat in

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verb

past tense of sit in

as in walked out

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Recent Examples of satin

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Nominated for best supporting actress in a musical-comedy or drama television series, Debicki paired the satin frock with a delicate diamond collar courtesy of Dior Fine Jewlery. — Hanna Lustig, Glamour, 10 Jan. 2023 Last night, the Don't Worry Darling star attended the 2022 British Independent Film Awards in London and made an entrance in an airy baby pink satin slipdress by Rodarte and a dramatic tulle cape. — Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 5 Dec. 2022 Visit the brand's website to save up to 60 percent off a slew of clips, towels, and even satin pillowcases for great hair on a budget — no code needed. — Sarah Han, Allure, 28 Nov. 2022 The experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute voted this pair the best value satin pajamas in their tests. — Shanon Maglente and Cailey Lindberg, Good Housekeeping, 17 Nov. 2022 See All Example Sentences for satin

Recent Examples of Synonyms for satin

Adjective

There’s a real buzz in the air, both from the eager Londoners queuing patiently for their order, and from the heady fumes of roasting beans—piled up like mountains of glossy jewels behind the counter.

— Sarah Allard, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026
As for footwear, Reinhart opted for a set of glossy black Paris Texas peep-toe pumps.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of glossy

Adjective

The silky mattes go on without streaking (like some other inexpensive shadows might) along lashlines, over lids, and through creases for so many possible looks and so many color options (there are nine versions of the palette).

— Elizabeth Siegel, Allure, 17 Sep. 2026
Billboard also has an exclusive behind-the-scenes video of Jung Kook posing for the campaign, showing off his silky dance moves and applauding at the end of a successful shoot.

— Alicia Urrea, Billboard, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of silky

Verb

After listening to hours of debate, Shawnee Mission School District parents walked out of the school board meeting Monday night a little relieved after the board opted to give their discussion on changing school boundaries more time.

— Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 15 Sep. 2026
Jimmy Iovine, Stevie’s Bella Donna and The Wild Heart producer (and a romantic partner), also walked out.

— Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of walked out

Adjective

The Service Much like in Troutbeck, the service at Belden House is polished and attentive.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026
Instead of a conventional round watch scaled down for a smaller wrist, the new timepiece presents a polished, spherical case that’s engineered around a hefty mechanical movement, with a double-tour leather strap that can thread directly through.

— Taylor Stoddard, Robb Report, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of polished

Adjective

Bronwyn’s mother, Muzzy, who was lambasted all of last season for being cold and arguably cruel to her daughter, is notably softer in her first scene back — though the bob is as cunty as ever.

— Tom Smyth, Vulture, 17 Sep. 2026
During our time there, we were treated to a three-course chef’s tasting menu that was a paean to the summer; think a profusion of tomatoes, stone fruit, local soft cheeses, and edible flowers.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of soft

Adjective

Retailing for $1,170, the all-black style featured glistening satin black uppers that transitioned into open, rounded toes with thick straps.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2026
In some memes in recent weeks, the photo has become so over-edited that the character's glistening face is slicker, darker and even more uncanny.

— Owen Carry, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of glistening

Adjective

This season, nowhere is this more evident than in the slew of sleek brown ballet flats dominating the market, from luxe pairs by Alaïa, Gucci, and The Row to contemporary favorites from Dear Frances, Yuni Buffa, and Freda Salvador.

— Laura Jackson, Vogue, 16 Sep. 2026
The living and dining areas are anchored by polished concrete floors and a sleek wood-burning fireplace.

— Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 16 Sep. 2026

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