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Silky

Adjective / ˈsɪlki: / Another word for silky — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having a smooth, glossy texture like silk

Synonyms & similar words

slick silken satiny sleek silklike smooth soft satin velvety silken glossy lustrous shiny sleek polished glossed glazed gleaming bright radiant shimmering iridescent pearly nacreous mother-of-pearl

Synonyms by register

Formal

smooth lustrous sleek

Informal

smooth slippery glossy

Literary

velvety satin-smooth

Antonyms

rough coarse gritty uneven harsh abrasive

Common collocations

  • silky smooth
  • silky texture
  • silky hair
  • silky fabric
  • silky finish
  • silky feel
  • silky voice

Word family

noun silk
adjective silky
adverb silkily

Usage note

Primarily used to describe a smooth, soft texture, often associated with silk fabric or hair. Can also be used metaphorically for pleasant sounds or experiences.

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Example sentences

  1. The dress was made from silky fabric.
  2. The lotion made her skin feel silky.
  3. The chocolate had a silky texture when it melted in my mouth.
  4. The curtains were silky and flowed in the breeze.
  5. The pillow was stuffed with silky feathers.

Quotes

  • "She was like a silky thread running through my fingers." - Haruki Murakami
  • "Silky-soft hair, a perfect waistline, and a smile that could light up a room." - Katie Ashley
  • "She had eyes that sparkled like stars and hair as silky as moonbeams." - Katie Lynn Johnson

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