texture

noun
UK: /ˈtekstʃər/
US: /ˈtekstʃər/

  1. The way something feels when you touch it.

    1. I like the texture of this cloth because it is so soft.
    2. The texture of the handmade paper gave the artwork a unique and artisanal feel.

  2. The visual appearance of a surface, especially concerning its roughness or smoothness.

    1. The wall has a rough texture and is not smooth.
    2. Photographers often manipulate lighting to enhance the texture and depth of images.

  3. The structure or feel of food in your mouth.

    1. I don't like the texture of this soup, it's too lumpy.
    2. The chef carefully considered the textures of the various components to create a balanced dish.

  4. The overall character or quality of something.

    1. The music adds texture to the film.
    2. Her experiences abroad gave her writing a unique texture and perspective.

Synonyms

feel character consistency surface quality grain pattern
texture verb

  1. To give a particular texture to something.

    1. I want to texture the wall with plaster.
    2. The artist textured the canvas to create a sense of depth and movement.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "texture" in English means: The way something feels when you touch it., The visual appearance of a surface, especially concerning its roughness or smoothness., The structure or feel of food in your mouth., The overall character or quality of something..

The phonetic transcription of "texture" is /ˈtekstʃər/ in British English and /ˈtekstʃər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "texture": feel, character, consistency, surface, quality, grain, pattern.

Example usage of "texture": "I like the texture of this cloth because it is so soft.". More examples on the page.