Downy and Sheer

Downy

Downy adjective - Smooth or delicate in appearance or feel.

Sheer and downy are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Sheer" instead an adjective "Downy".

Nearby Word: downiness

Sheer

Sheer adjective - Very thin and easy to see through.

Downy and sheer are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Downy" instead an adjective "Sheer".

Nearby Words: sheered, sheering
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