1
as in glossy
having a shiny surface or finish
satin paint
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2
as in silky
smooth or delicate in appearance or feel
the satin petals of a rose
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Recent Examples of satin
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
Other options on our list of the best down alternative comforters use a lyocell shell, which has a more satin-y texture than cotton or polyester but possesses similar breathable properties.
—Rachel Simon, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2023
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
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Adjective
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
Other options on our list of the best down alternative comforters use a lyocell shell, which has a more satin-y texture than cotton or polyester but possesses similar breathable properties.
—Rachel Simon, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2023
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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for satin
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Think glossy oak flooring, coffered ceilings, and custom millwork.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
17 May 2025
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Jin pushes his signature style even further with Echo, his new 7-song EP, with emotional ballads and glossy rock moves that give him a chance to shine bright on his own, all open-hearted charm.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
16 May 2025
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The pedals are made from a silky polyurethane material, while the stems feature a metal wire base that is wrapped in plastic.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
9 May 2025
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The palate is silky smooth yet robust, showcasing flavors of brown sugar, dark stone fruit, cinnamon bark, and sweet tobacco.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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The menu features polished but traditional Turkish dishes and the chef sources the best seafood and produce locally, keeping the selections seasonal.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
13 May 2025
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Enter Wolf, who by all accounts is more polished offensively at 21 than Bassey and Biyombo (a good argument for Mamu, too).—
The Athletic NBA Staff,
New York Times,
13 May 2025
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Some reactions might be softer and less pronounced, while others could be obsessive and overwhelming.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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Since then, only a few structural modifications and modern changes have been made—wood-burning stoves were replaced by propane heaters, and horses and mules were swapped for llamas (their feet are softer and less damaging to the ground).—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
21 May 2025
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Guests start outside on a heated patio with small bites before moving into a sleek dining room for a multi-course meal.—
Angela Rodriguez,
Sacbee.com,
21 May 2025
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This model has some sleek upgrades to the old-fashioned mason jar—the innovative flip-top lid with handle has an airtight silicone seal that keeps leaks and spills at bay.—
Carrie Honaker,
Southern Living,
21 May 2025
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“Satin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satin. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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