Texture Adjectives

adjective having lumps or uneven thickness; full of lumps

• The scientist observed the lumpy texture of the rock sample under the microscope.
• I don't like the lumpy gravy that grandma makes for Thanksgiving dinner.
• The mattress in the guest room is so lumpy, it's like sleeping on rocks.
• The lumpy road ahead symbolizes the challenges we will face on our journey.

adjective describing something that is soft and easily squashed or compressed

• The squashy texture of the pillow made it very comfortable to rest on.
• I love how squashy these marshmallows are!
• These sneakers are so squashy, they feel like walking on clouds.
• Her heart felt squashy with emotion as she watched the sunset.

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

• The velvety fabric of the dress felt luxurious against her skin.
• I love how velvety the chocolate cake is at that bakery.
• This lotion makes your skin feel so velvety smooth.
• His velvety voice was soothing to listen to during the presentation.

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb by providing information on how, when, where, or to what extent an action is done

• The bread became soggily after being left out in the rain.
• I hate when my cereal gets soggily from sitting in milk too long.
• The chips were soggily from being in the bag for too long.
• Her spirits felt soggily after receiving the bad news.