silklike

adjective

Definition of silklikenext
as in silky
smooth or delicate in appearance or feel the lemon mousse's silklike texture

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for silklike
  1. silky
  2. satin
  3. soft
Adjective
  • Seabrooke said that even day-to-day activities—like washing with too-hot water, heat damage, rough towel drying, and genetics—can all play into hair that’s more staticky than silky.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Think poofy baby doll dresses and silky slip dresses, but with that signature Olivia flair, of course.
    — Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of silky
Adjective
  • Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.
    — Jasmine Washington, Seventeen, 18 Jan. 2023
  • From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.
    — Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 13 Jan. 2023
Definition of satin
Adjective
  • Offer a realistic time, suggest a softer plan, and let honesty keep the connection easy.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Aug. 2026
  • There has always been something compelling about Paul Baker, something about the interplay between his frat-star good looks and Canadian soft-boy heart.
    — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of soft
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“Silklike.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/silklike. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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