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

Hanoi’s famous egg coffee—made by whipping egg yolks with sugar and condensed milk into a rich, velvety foam—was born during a time when fresh milk was scarce. — Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 9 July 2026

Pinching back and cutting off their velvety flowers once they’re spent is the best way to enjoy the blooms into October. — Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 8 July 2026

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