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 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 See All Example Sentences for velvety
Recent Examples of Synonyms for velvety
  1. silky
  2. satin
  3. soft
Adjective
  • Seabrooke said that even day-to-day activities—like washing with too-hot water, heat damage, rough towel drying, and genetics—can all play into hair that’s more staticky than silky.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Think poofy baby doll dresses and silky slip dresses, but with that signature Olivia flair, of course.
    — Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 28 Aug. 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
  • And if your eyes are your favorite feature, play them up with sculptural lashes, a soft smoky eye, or a simple wash of cool-toned eye shadow.
    — Loren Savini, Allure, 4 Sep. 2026
  • The extra-wide band smooths back and sides with a buttery soft fabric for no-chafing comfort.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of soft

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“Velvety.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/velvety. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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