pillowy
Definition
Adjective: "pillowy" describes something that is soft, puffy, and resembles a pillow in texture or appearance. It often implies a gentle, yielding quality that is comfortable or cushion-like.
Usage Examples
- (The mattress was very soft and cushiony.)
- (The rolls were soft and puffy like pillows.)
- (The clouds were fluffy and rounded like pillows.)
Advanced Usage
"pillowy softness": a phrase emphasizing the gentle, cushiony texture of something.
- The scarf was made of a fabric with a pillowy softness. (The fabric felt very soft and plush.)
"pillowy mounds": used to describe rounded, soft shapes.
- The landscape was dotted with pillowy mounds of snow. (The snow formed soft, rounded piles.)
Variants and Related Words
Pillow (n): a cushion for the head during sleep.
- She rested her head on a soft pillow. (A cushion for comfort.)
Pillow-like (adj): resembling a pillow in shape or texture.
- The foam had a pillow-like consistency. (It felt similar to a pillow.)
Synonyms
- Fluffy: light and airy, often used for soft materials.
- Cushiony: providing a soft, padded feel.
- Plush: rich and soft in texture.
- Spongy: soft and springy like a sponge.
Related Idioms
- There are no common idioms directly using "pillowy," but the concept appears in descriptive phrases like "as soft as a pillow":
- The kitten's fur was as soft as a pillow. (Extremely soft and comfortable.)