as smooth as silk
Utterly without friction
As smooth as silk describes something extremely smooth in texture, movement, or execution.
Silk is among the smoothest materials, so the comparison implies near-perfection: The car's ride was as smooth as silk.
Often shortened to smooth as silk.
The phrase applies to physical surfaces, graceful motion, or anything proceeding without friction or difficulty: The presentation went smooth as silk.
Without visible joins
- fluidSubstance that flows
- flowingMoving continuously onward
- glideMove with effortless continuity
- easyRequiring minimal effort
breeze · graceful · natural · uncomplicated · simple · straightforward · painless · gentle
Smooth and lustrous
- glossySmooth and shiny
- sleekSmooth and elegant
- lustrousSoftly bright, reflective
- polishedSmooth, refined, accomplished
slippery · glassy · slick · sheeny · burnished · oiled · waxed · glabrous
seamless
Without visible joins
easy · breeze · graceful · natural · uncomplicated · simple · straightforward · painless · gentle · untroubled
satiny
Smooth and lustrous
polished · slippery · glassy · slick · sheeny · burnished · oiled · waxed · glabrous · unblemished
sumptuous
Splendidly rich and costly
velvety · rich · decadent · indulgent · extravagant · satin · cashmere · deluxe · premium · lush
refined
Purified or cultured
- sophisticatedWorldly and cultured
- polishedSmooth, refined, accomplished
- gracefulElegant in movement
tasteful · cultured · exquisite · suave · debonair · urbane · poised · stylish · chic · classy