downy
6 synonyms and 1 antonym for downy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Covered with soft, fine fluff or fine hair, like young feathers.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use downy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
downy feathers
downy fuzz
downy cheek
Etymology
From down ("soft fine feathers") + -y.
Full origin of downy →Frequently asked questions
What does “downy” mean?
The word “downy” means covered with soft, fine fluff or fine hair, like young feathers. In plain terms, soft and fluffy, like the fine feathers on a baby bird.
How do you pronounce “downy”?
“Downy” is pronounced DOW-nee (/ˈdaʊni/ in IPA).
How do you use “downy” in a sentence?
Here is “downy” used in a sentence: “The chick had downy yellow feathers.”
What part of speech is “downy”?
“Downy” is an adjective.
