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velvety

/ˈvɛl.və.ti/
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• adjective

1

Having a smooth, soft, and thick texture or surface resembling velvet.

Example

"The botanical garden featured rare orchids with deep purple, velvety petals."

2

Rich, smooth, and soothing in sound, flavor, or appearance (especially of a voice, beverage, or darkness).

Example

"The jazz singer captivated the audience with his warm, velvety baritone."

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• Nearby Words

velveteen
velvetfish
velvetlike
velvety
venal
vend
vendace

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from 'velvet' plus the adjective suffix '-y'. 'Velvet' entered Middle English via Old French and Anglo-Norman from Medieval Latin 'villutus', derived from Classical Latin 'villus' (shaggy hair or nap of cloth).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Velvety. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/velvety
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