adjective
silvery
SIHL-vuh-ree
adjective
1
Resembling silver in colour; shiny and pale grey.
"Moonlight gave the lake a silvery shimmer."
2
Having a clear, light, musical sound.
"Her silvery laugh carried across the room."
How to Use Silvery
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLooking like silver, or having a light, clear, bell-like sound.
Common pairings
silvery light
silvery laugh
silvery hair
Word Forms
silverier comparative, silveriest superlative
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Moonlight gave the lake a _____ shimmer.