Synonyms of velvety

velvety

adjective

ˈvel-və-tē 

as in silky

smooth or delicate in appearance or feel

a dog's velvety ears

Synonyms & Similar Words

• silky
• satin
• soft
• satiny
• silken
• downy
• cottony
• creamy
• silklike
• velvetlike
• delicate
• slick
• fine
• chiffon
• ultrasoft

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• coarse
• rough
• harsh
• jagged
• lumpy
• irregular
• scratchy
• bumpy
• rugged
• ragged
• broken
• granular
• pebbly
• gritty
• grainy
• roughened
• scraggy

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of velvety

Properties like the Songteller Hotel lean into the pink side of Parton’s life, with velvety magenta furniture, glittering chandeliers, roses, ruffles, and scallops. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Aug. 2026

This not only boosts velvety flavor and texture, but also makes a difference in how the end result looks. — Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 19 Aug. 2026

Every room is outfitted with French-favorite Malongo coffee machines, Atelier Cologne bath products, velvety robes and slippers, and complimentary Wi-Fi. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026

Dusty Miller Another foliage plant worth adding to your garden in August, dusty miller (Jacobaea maritima) features velvety silver foliage that remains attractive even as other annuals begin to wither in late summer, says Harryson. — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 5 Aug. 2026