SILKY Synonyms: 63 Similar and Opposite Words

silky

adjective

ˈsil-kē

Definition of silky

as in satin

smooth or delicate in appearance or feel the plant's fibers feel silky to the touch

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as in shaggy

covered with or as if with hair the tops of the leaves are a dark glossy green, but the undersides are light and silky

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Recent Examples of silky Turn it into a complete hair-care package by adding a silky scrunchie, a scalp massager, a luxurious hair mask, or a new brush. — Ethan Stone october 9, Idaho Statesman, 9 Oct. 2026 Shop more sale scores below, including a silky button-down top, office-ready trousers, and a classic crewneck tee. — Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2026 The formula packs 31 bond-building proteins and amino acids sourced from milk, wheat, corn, and soy to help smooth frizz, reduce breakage, and leave hair noticeably silkier after just a few uses. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 7 Oct. 2026 Lightweight, non-comedogenic, and dermatologist-approved, this silky sunscreen delivers broad-spectrum SPF 46 protection while helping calm and hydrate acne-prone or sensitive skin. — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for silky

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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

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But, for me, the softer spotlight on HABIBTI has been part of its charm all along — and highlights the risk in releasing three albums at once.

— Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 14 Oct. 2026
Against his soft, sensitive frame, this underwater world looks impossibly hard.

— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of soft

Adjective

The dress featured contrasting fabric at the neckline and hips, with a velvety material set against the chiffon-like fabric used throughout he rest of the dress.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
The trending chill pill design pairs velvety matte finishes with luminous cat-eye accents, with each nail getting its own dose of seasonal color.

— Amanda Le, InStyle, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of velvety

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