1
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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Recent Examples of satin
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
But no one loves the eye-catching arm candy as much as Balenciaga disciple Kim Kardashian, whose commitment to Demna’s vision frequently involves her wiggling into full-look stretch-satin to realize her street-style art.
—Alice Newbold, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2022
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Adjective
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
But no one loves the eye-catching arm candy as much as Balenciaga disciple Kim Kardashian, whose commitment to Demna’s vision frequently involves her wiggling into full-look stretch-satin to realize her street-style art.
—Alice Newbold, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for satin
Adjective
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Kidman and Mariska Hargitay use this hair oil for a glossy, frizz-free, and hydrated look.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
23 May 2026
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Personalization is one of the clearest dividing lines between a serious medical-adjacent program and a luxury spa with a glossier menu.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
22 May 2026
Adjective
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The texture is silky, balancing tropical-fruit richness with crisp vegetal notes.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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Around the movie’s 180-minute mark, a silky white cat named Leo appears on the scene, and this sudden burst of unpredictable energy might feel like a blessing.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
15 May 2026
Verb
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Colbert passed, and Cranston angrily walked out.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
22 May 2026
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Sister-in-law Kate Middleton then walked out of the chapel with the pair's niece and bridesmaid, Princess Charlotte.—
Brendan Le,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
Adjective
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The structured top handle makes this bag a polished option, while the removable shoulder strap transforms it into an everyday staple.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
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At the center is a quartz crystal accompanied by recordings of titanium being hammered and polished.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
Adjective
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The rooms Rooms are decorated in a cool, muted Pacific Northwest palette—soft shades, brass accents, and heavy drapes that cut the light just right.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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On Flight 12, however, the company planed to return Super Heavy a soft splashdown in the Gulf of Mexico rather than risk a recovery mishap that could damage the pad on the first flight of brand-new hardware.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
23 May 2026
Verb
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Three Knights pitchers tried in vain as the Bruins diced up the diamond even though UCF walked UCLA and NCAA home-run leader Megan Grant three times.—
Liana Handler,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2026
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Miami took four hits off Manaea (0-1) over 3 2/3 innings, striking out three times, while Myers allowed the one run on one hit, walked one and struck out none in 1 1/3 innings.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
23 May 2026
Adjective
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Behind him are glistening gemstones.—
Phoebe Liu,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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In the summer, its population swells as Italians flock here seeking sun and the chance to swim in the glistening azure sea and soak in the thermal hot springs.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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Today’s wedge sandals feel markedly sleeker, trading bulk for minimalist lines, sculptural heels and refined proportions that elevate the once-divisive shoe into something far more polished.—
Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
17 May 2026
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Microsoft Office 2024 includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote — all updated with a sleek new interface and powerful AI tools.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
17 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Satin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satin. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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