Definitions

texture

[teks-cher] / ˈtɛks tʃər /

NOUN

charactertistics of a surface

Synonyms

STRONGEST

balance character composition consistency fabric feeling makeup nature pattern quality sense smoothness structure surface taste touch

STRONG

arrangement being coarseness constitution disposition essence essentiality feel fiber fineness flexibility form framework grain intermixture make nap organization roughness scheme stiffness strategy tissue warp weave web woof

Antonyms

STRONGEST

lot

STRONG

disarrangement disorganization politeness

Example Sentences

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Texture is the difference between “childhood memory” and “why did I make this?”

From Salon • Sep. 23, 2025

Texture also plays a role in the modern ice cream experience.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 13, 2023

The unlikely thing inspiring my nail art right now is: Texture.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 19, 2022

Texture is really key, and difficult to describe.

From Washington Post • May 29, 2020

Texture is one of the basic elements of music.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones

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