Silvery Definition & Meaning

silvery
adjective
  1. resembling or reminiscent of silver; "a soft silvern voice"; "singing in her silvery tones"
  2. having the white lustrous sheen of silver; "a land of silver (or silvern) rivers where the salmon leap"; "repeated scrubbings have given the wood a silvery sheen"
  3. of lustrous grey; covered with or tinged with the color of silver; "silvery hair"

"Silvery" in song lyrics

See how silvery is used in real songs:

  • "With dreams of a new bullet-proof 7 all dubs and silvery"
    Mars ILL f/ Bigg Jus — Sideline Speech

Usage tips for "silvery"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "silvery" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for silvery to find words that pair well.

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