velvety

adjective

ˈvel-və-tē How to pronounce velvety (audio)
Definition of velvetynext
as in silky
smooth or delicate in appearance or feel a dog's velvety ears

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Recent Examples of velvety Hung Vanngo painted a warm brown eye, a creamy pink matte lip, and velvety skin. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 July 2026 The lot gets toasted under the broiler, allowing the sauce to char and melt into a velvety smooth shawl over this restaurant-worthy croque monsieur. — Alexia Duchêne, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 June 2026 Its structure holds up to rich, velvety sauces without becoming overwhelmed or losing its texture. — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 29 June 2026 When done right, matte foundation leaves skin looking velvety smooth and skin-like. — Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for velvety
Recent Examples of Synonyms for velvety
  1. silky
  2. satin
  3. soft
Adjective
  • Instead, the sweet juices from the fresh tomatoes combine with the starchy pasta water to create a silky coating for the noodles.
    — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 18 July 2026
  • This ingredient is absolute magic here, adding umami without the need for stock and a touch of silky starch to thicken the pan sauce.
    — Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 July 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
  • Smaller nonprofit efforts — often faith-based — can also offer a soft landing place, but few exist.
    — Amber Gaudet July 18, Charlotte Observer, 18 July 2026
  • Most accounts read Qatar's rise as gas turned into money, turned into visibility, a soft-power story with expensive props.
    — Güney Yıldız, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
Definition of soft

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