as in silky
smooth or delicate in appearance or feel
a dog's velvety ears
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Recent Examples of velvety
Satin sometimes has a more velvety texture, but these usually still have a silky look.
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Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026
Potatoes flavored with leeks, shallot, white wine, and herby tarragon lend this springy soup a velvety texture.
—Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 24 Apr. 2026
On my cruise, Denis was the king of the piano keys and Tracy sang standards with a velvety voice.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
Mornings beckon bean-to-cup cappuccinos and lazy continental breakfasts laid out by your private chef: think buttery croissants, velvety Greek yoghurt, rustic granolas, and fresh fruit platters.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
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Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026
Potatoes flavored with leeks, shallot, white wine, and herby tarragon lend this springy soup a velvety texture.
—Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 24 Apr. 2026
On my cruise, Denis was the king of the piano keys and Tracy sang standards with a velvety voice.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
Mornings beckon bean-to-cup cappuccinos and lazy continental breakfasts laid out by your private chef: think buttery croissants, velvety Greek yoghurt, rustic granolas, and fresh fruit platters.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for velvety
Adjective
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For a more budget-friendly pair that still looks elevated, the Ekouaer long-sleeve pajama set at Amazon is made of a silky-smooth material and comes in over a dozen colors.—
Amanda Eyre Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2026
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Lightly coated with oil and tossed occasionally in a searing hot skillet or wok, even tough beans turn silky, and ready to coat in a finishing blast of chiles.—
The Bon Appétit Staff,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.—
Jasmine Washington,
Seventeen,
18 Jan. 2023
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From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.—
Isabel Garcia,
Peoplemag,
13 Jan. 2023
Adjective
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All German Pilsner malt, super soft water profile like that in a Czech pale lager, and 100% US-grown hops with a touch of flaked corn.—
Blaine Callahan,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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And inside the adjacent soft pretzel shop, two workers leaned over on the counter, watching videos on a phone to pass the time.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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“Velvety.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/velvety. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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