velvety

• Describe una textura o apariencia suave, tersa y agradable al tacto, similar al terciopelo; también se usa para sabores y sonidos suaves y delicados.

Describes a smooth, soft texture or appearance, often used to describe fabrics, surfaces, or flavors.

1. Smooth and soft textureB2formal

   Having a smooth, soft, and luxurious texture, like velvet fabric.

   Aterciopelado (textura suave)

   • The velvety petals of the rose felt wonderful to the touch.
   • She wore a velvety dress that shimmered under the lights.
   • The lotion left her skin feeling velvety and smooth.

   Sinónimosdownyluxurioussatinysilkysmoothsoft

   Antónimosabrasivecoarsegrittyharshroughscratchy

2. Pleasant to sensesB2formal

   Describing something that is pleasingly smooth to sight, hearing, or taste.

   Aterciopelado (agradable a los sentidos)

   • The singer's voice had a velvety quality that captivated the audience.
   • The wine had a velvety texture and a rich flavor.
   • The velvety darkness of the night sky was breathtaking.

   Sinónimosbutterycreamyglossylushmellowrichsatinysilkysmoothsoft

   Antónimosastringentbittercoarsegratingharshraspingroughsourstrident