silky
UK: ˈsɪlki | US: ˈsɪlki
adj. having the smooth, soft, or shiny texture of silk
adj. (of sound or movement) delicate and graceful
The word "silky" derives from "silk," which entered Old English as "seolc" from Latin "sericum" (meaning "silk," originally from Greek "sērikon," referring to fabric from the Seres, an ancient people of East Asia). The suffix "-y" (Old English "-ig") is added to nouns to form adjectives, indicating "resembling or characterized by." Thus, "silky" literally means "resembling silk" in texture or appearance.
The kitten's fur was incredibly silky to the touch.
She wore a silky dress that shimmered under the lights.
His voice was smooth and silky, calming everyone in the room.
The fabric conditioner made the towels feel silky soft.
The dancer’s silky movements captivated the audience.