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adjective

Definition of satinnext
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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sat in

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verb

past tense of sit in
as in walked out

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Recent Examples of satin
Adjective
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 Last night, the Don't Worry Darling star attended the 2022 British Independent Film Awards in London and made an entrance in an airy baby pink satin slipdress by Rodarte and a dramatic tulle cape. — Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 5 Dec. 2022 Visit the brand's website to save up to 60 percent off a slew of clips, towels, and even satin pillowcases for great hair on a budget — no code needed. — Sarah Han, Allure, 28 Nov. 2022 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 See All Example Sentences for satin
Recent Examples of Synonyms for satin
  1. glossy
  2. silky
  3. walked out
  4. polished
  5. soft
  6. walked
  7. glistening
  8. sleek
Adjective
  • Widely recognized as London’s oldest luxury hotel, updates like glossy marble bathrooms, vibrant textiles, and mahogany walk-in closets have breathed new life into this historic stay.
    — Katharine Sohn, Architectural Digest, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The nails were painted a sharp, glossy red, while the same shade traced the inside of her eyes, with lashings of mascara that added to the dramatic effect.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of glossy
Adjective
  • The Little City Farm founder turned that harvest into silky, sweet-tart passion fruit curd — and a new way to keep the fruit’s flavor alive after the vine was gone.
    — Carolynn Carreño, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026
  • The formula packs 31 bond-building proteins and amino acids sourced from milk, wheat, corn, and soy to help smooth frizz, reduce breakage, and leave hair noticeably silkier after just a few uses.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of silky
Verb
  • Some months later, the organization discovers how much judgment and context walked out with him, and the person themselves discovers that nobody prepared them for a life without the work.
    — Vikas Arora, Forbes.com, 5 Oct. 2026
  • His speech was met with cheers from the crowd while others reportedly walked out during his performance.
    — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of walked out
Adjective
  • Low and mid-rise jeans continue to outrank high-rise jeans this season, while white jeans are being appreciated as a more polished alternative to classic blue.
    — Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Nine times out of 10, Madison is bound to be spotted in a polished look with classic and refined heels that still have a stylish edge.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of polished
Adjective
  • However, the company said beer depletions, a measure of sales from distributors to retailers and other customers, declined slightly during the quarter, indicating consumer demand was softer than shipment growth suggests.
    — Brandon Gomez, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Passion fruit seeds are soft and edible, but there are just too many to be enjoyable.
    — Carolynn Carreño, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of soft
Verb
  • The choice of chartreuse — a borderline putrid shade of it, no less — walked an appropriate tightrope between glamorous and grotesque.
    — Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The lefty struck out three and walked four over two scoreless innings in his major-league debut, earning the win and aiding the Sox in a 5-3 victory.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of walked
Adjective
  • Back in 2017, the family invested more than $100 million into the hotel in preparation of the 35th America’s Cup—an extensive multi-year renovation that shined up an already glistening property.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Instead, everyone in the main room is dancing under a glistening disco ball to the syncopations of Riva, a three-piece comprised of a psychedelic saxophonist, drummer and keyboardist.
    — Mary Carreon, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of glistening
Adjective
  • In other words, not one sleek, contemporary interloper to be found.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Paszkowski penned the distinctive exterior, incorporating layered decks as a nod to Japanese pavilion architecture and a sleek, angular superstructure inspired by a katana.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of sleek

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“Satin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satin. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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