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 The onions have been cooked low and oh-so-slow, turning sweetly silky. — The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026 What the image doesn’t show is that after the kill, other scavengers, including silky sharks, were drawn to the remains, showing how one event can impact and nurture an entire marine food web. — Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026 Now Pedicularis had emerged as one of the first heralds of the Arctic summer, its stems wrapped in grayish, silky hairs that protect it like a warm winter coat. — Denise Hruby, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026 First, a silky pink thong embroidered with flowers followed by an oversized dusty-pink graphic T-shirt sans bra, and black-and-white striped drawstring pants. — Literary Hub, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for silky

Recent Examples of Synonyms for 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

Offer a realistic time, suggest a softer plan, and let honesty keep the connection easy.

— Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Aug. 2026
There has always been something compelling about Paul Baker, something about the interplay between his frat-star good looks and Canadian soft-boy heart.

— Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of soft

Adjective

The southern hairy-nosed wombat is the smallest of three species of wombats, all found in Australia, typically weighing between 45 and 65 pounds.

— Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 16 Aug. 2026
These vines will also happily wind their way around tree trunks and shrubs and fix themselves in place with small rootlets that take on a hairy appearance as poison ivy plants mature.

— Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of hairy

Adjective

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

Definition of velvety

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