1
as in glossy
having a shiny surface or finish
satin paint
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2
as in silky
smooth or delicate in appearance or feel
the satin petals of a rose
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Recent Examples of satin
Shanon Maglente and Cailey Lindberg, Good Housekeeping, 17 Nov. 2022
But no one loves the eye-catching arm candy as much as Balenciaga disciple Kim Kardashian, whose commitment to Demna’s vision frequently involves her wiggling into full-look stretch-satin to realize her street-style art.
—Alice Newbold, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2022
Other options on our list of the best down alternative comforters use a lyocell shell, which has a more satin-y texture than cotton or polyester but possesses similar breathable properties.
—Rachel Simon, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2023
Nominated for best supporting actress in a musical-comedy or drama television series, Debicki paired the satin frock with a delicate diamond collar courtesy of Dior Fine Jewlery.
—Hanna Lustig, Glamour, 10 Jan. 2023
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Adjective
The experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute voted this pair the best value satin pajamas in their tests.
—Shanon Maglente and Cailey Lindberg, Good Housekeeping, 17 Nov. 2022
But no one loves the eye-catching arm candy as much as Balenciaga disciple Kim Kardashian, whose commitment to Demna’s vision frequently involves her wiggling into full-look stretch-satin to realize her street-style art.
—Alice Newbold, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2022
Other options on our list of the best down alternative comforters use a lyocell shell, which has a more satin-y texture than cotton or polyester but possesses similar breathable properties.
—Rachel Simon, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2023
Nominated for best supporting actress in a musical-comedy or drama television series, Debicki paired the satin frock with a delicate diamond collar courtesy of Dior Fine Jewlery.
—Hanna Lustig, Glamour, 10 Jan. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for satin
Adjective
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Troopers alleged that Thompson had glossy eyes and severe dry mouth and noted there was a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage on his breath, state police said.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
28 Mar. 2025
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Perfect for daily use, this balm — which is prone to selling out in popular shades — keeps lips feeling comfortable and looking naturally glossy all day long.—
Claire Sullivan,
Footwear News,
28 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Subtle and silky tannins in a delicious matrix of dark, chewy flavors.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Whisk it in with the eggs to give your quiche a silky, creamy texture.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
22 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The ring features a principal cabochon stone, or a rounded, polished center gem.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
26 Mar. 2025
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If the Fairmont Century Plaza, like the Chateau Marmont or the Hollywood Roosevelt, represents the polished fac of Hollywood, the Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows in Santa Monica, CA, is about the coast and relaxation by the sea.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Ironically, her swollen face looks plump and round despite her partial buccal fat removal — a procedure that extracts the soft pads of tissue found inside the cheeks to create a slimmer face.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN,
22 Mar. 2025
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Like all On shoes, they’re constructed to have a soft, cloudlike feel, so your feet won’t get sore during your all-day adventure.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Mar. 2025
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The design is sleek, and the comfortable fit applies to all three color options that are currently discounted (black, white, and navy blue).—
Louryn Strampe,
WIRED,
22 Mar. 2025
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Paris, 24, kept his outfit sleek and simple in a black shirt and jeans paired with black Converse sneakers and a chain necklace.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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“Satin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satin. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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