velvety

adjective

vel·​vety ˈvel-və-tē How to pronounce velvety (audio)
Synonyms of velvetynext
1
: having the character of velvet as in being soft, smooth, thick, or richly hued
velvety hair
a velvety green pasture
2
: smooth to the taste : mild
a velvety wine

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Examples of velvety in a Sentence

a dog's velvety ears
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When done right, matte foundation leaves skin looking velvety smooth and skin-like. — Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 25 June 2026 Hung Vanngo painted a warm brown eye, a creamy pink matte lip, and velvety skin. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 July 2026 Espresso is thicker, creamier, and has a velvety mouthfeel that almost borders on syrupy. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 26 June 2026 Its structure holds up to rich, velvety sauces without becoming overwhelmed or losing its texture. — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for velvety

Word History

Etymology

velvet entry 1 + -y entry 1

First Known Use

1752, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of velvety was in 1752

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“Velvety.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/velvety. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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velvety

adjective
vel·​vety ˈvel-vət-ē How to pronounce velvety (audio)
: soft, smooth, or thick like velvet
velvety leaves

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