POWDERY Synonyms: 25 Similar and Opposite Words

powdery

adjective

ˈpau̇-də-rē

Definition of powdery

as in dusty

consisting of very small particles the kind of powdery snow that is perfect for skiing

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Recent Examples of powdery Yuzu and mandarin give it a charming hello, while ginger and pink pepper cut through its powdery elements and prevent polarization. — Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 25 June 2026 Flour, usually passive and powdery, becomes dynamic. — Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026 Dolshun recommends diatomaceous earth, a natural alternative to harsher insecticides that comes as a powdery substance that can be easily sprinkled in problem areas. — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 17 June 2026 The wide swath of powdery white sand on Sarasota's Siesta Key barrier island is great for sandcastle building and Frisbee tossing—and the sand doesn’t get hot even when the temperature does. — Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for powdery

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All 182 guest rooms were given a fresh coat of dusty rose paint, new custom carpet, furniture and upgraded bathrooms.

— Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
At the same time, her eyes were free of the ultimate Millennial marker, winged liner, and colored with a melting pot of brown, bronze and dusty gray shadow, visible in her waterline, too.

— Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 2 July 2026

Definition of dusty

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Public health data has taught us that alcohol, which can be fine when consumed in moderation, can be harmful to individual and societal health in excessive amounts.

— Adam Hoffer, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
Good Chop is dedicated to providing the finest cuts of meat while promoting sustainable practices.

— Rachel Cortez, USA Today, 4 July 2026

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