Velvety

Pronunciation: /ˈvɛlvɪti/

Definitions of velvety

adjective describing a texture that is soft, smooth, and reminiscent of velvet

Example Sentences

A1 The velvety touch of the kitten's fur was so soft.

A2 She wore a velvety dress to the party.

B1 The chef prepared a velvety smooth soup for the guests.

B2 The velvety texture of the cake was rich and indulgent.

C1 The velvety voice of the singer captivated the audience.

C2 The velvety finish of the wine left a lingering taste on the palate.

Examples of velvety in a Sentence

formal The velvety fabric of the dress felt luxurious against her skin.

informal I love how velvety the chocolate cake is at that bakery.

slang This lotion makes your skin feel so velvety smooth.

figurative His velvety voice was soothing to listen to during the presentation.

Grammatical Forms of velvety

• past tense: velveted
• plural: velveties
• comparative: more velvety
• superlative: most velvety
• present tense: velvets
• future tense: will velvet
• perfect tense: have velveted
• continuous tense: is velveting
• singular: velvety
• positive degree: velvety
• infinitive: to velvet
• gerund: velveting
• participle: velveted

Origin and Evolution of velvety

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'velvety' originated from the Middle English word 'veluet', which was derived from Old French 'velu' meaning 'shaggy' or 'hairy'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'velvety' evolved to describe something smooth, soft, and luxurious, akin to the texture of velvet fabric.