silky
adjectiveHow many syllables in silky?
There are 2 syllables in the word silky.How to pronounce silky:
Definition of silky:
- silky (adjective):
- silken sense 2
- silken sense 1
- soft, smooth, and shiny
- having a smooth, gleaming surface reflecting light.
Synonyms for silky:
bright
cottony
creamy
downy
lustrous
satin
satiny
silken
silklike
sleek
smooth
soft
velvetlike
velvety
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