Synonyms for

Silky

Verb / 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

satiny silken silklike slick sleek 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.

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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