FEATHERY Synonyms: 57 Similar and Opposite Words

feathery

adjective

ˈfet͟h-rē

Definition of feathery

as in lightweight

having little weight the apple pie had a wonderfully feathery crust

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Recent Examples of feathery This feathery fringe is the bangs equivalent of wearing a silk robe. — Loren Savini, Allure, 2 Feb. 2023 The ultra-plush brush is the perfect vehicle for making lashes look full and feathery, not coated and heavy. — Harper's Bazaar Staff, Harper's BAZAAR, 27 Jan. 2023 Four children in feathery, white angel costumes spun quickly to make their dresses twirl, waving to their parents, who sat nearby. — Samantha J. Gross, BostonGlobe.com, 25 Dec. 2022 Meanwhile, in England, Queen Victoria used the term tannenbaum for the feathery trees, while President Franklin Pierce, in 1856, put up the first Christmas tree in the White House. — Brenda Yenke, cleveland, 22 Dec. 2022 See All Example Sentences for feathery

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lightweight

Adjective

Developers say the material could reduce the environmental impact associated with conventional floating solar structures while offering a lightweight alternative.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026
The lightweight formula pairs olive, argan, jojoba, sunflower, and safflower oils with smoothing silicones to calm frizz and boost shine.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 28 Aug. 2026

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