velveteen

/vɛlˈvɛtiːn/

Definitions

1. adjective

covered or made of velvet

“The furniture in the luxurious room was upholstered in velveteen.”

2. noun

a type of soft, plush fabric similar to velvet

“The seamstress chose velveteen for the child’s doll’s dress.”

3. noun

a person or thing that is considered to be of low quality or inferior

“The velveteen rabbit was initially seen as a toy but eventually became a beloved companion.”

Synonyms

  • plush
  • velvet

Antonyms

  • coarse
  • rough