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silky

/ˈsɪl.ki/

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adjective

B1formalcommon/ˈsɪl.ki/

Describes a texture that is smooth, soft, and lustrous, resembling silk.

ruОписывает текстуру, которая является гладкой, мягкой и блестящей, напоминающей шёлк.esDescribe una textura que es suave, lisa y brillante, que recuerda a la seda.frDécrit une texture qui est lisse, douce et brillante, rappelant la soie.deBeschreibt eine Textur, die glatt, weich und glänzend ist und an Seide erinnert.ptDescreve uma textura que é lisa, macia e brilhante, semelhante ao cetim ou à seda.zh形容质地光滑、柔软且有光泽,像丝绸一样。也可形容声音柔美、流畅。arيصف ملمساً ناعماً لطيفاً لامعاً يشبه ملمس الحرير.

  1. Smooth and glossy B1 formal

    Having a smooth, soft, and shiny surface that reflects light, resembling silk.

    • Her hair felt silky and smooth after the treatment.
    • The cat's fur was silky and glossy in the sunlight.
    • The fabric had a silky texture that felt luxurious against the skin.

    ruШелковистыйesSedosofrsoyeux (lisse et brillant)deSeidigptSedosozh丝滑arحريري الملمس

    Synonyms: glossylustroussatinyshinysilkensilklikesleeksmoothsoftvelvety

    Antonyms: coarseharshroughscratchy

  2. Soft and pleasant to touch B1 formal

    Having a soft, fine texture that is pleasant to the touch.

    • The lotion left her skin feeling silky and hydrated.
    • He stroked the silky petals of the rose.
    • The scarf was made of a silky material that felt wonderful.

    ruШелковистыйesSedosofrsoyeuxdeSeidigptSedosozh丝滑arحريري الملمس

    Synonyms: downyglossysatinysilkensleeksmoothsoftvelvety

    Antonyms: coarsegrittyharshroughscratchy

  • silkier comparative form
  • silkiest superlative form