textured
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈtɛkstʃɝd// UK //tˈɛkstʃəd// tex·tured
adj. having a surface that is not smooth. You use this to describe things that feel rough, bumpy, or have a pattern you can touch.
adj. possessing a surface that is not smooth or uniform; having a tactile quality or a visible pattern of raised and lowered areas.
The artist uses textured paper for her watercolor paintings.
The interior designer chose a textured wallpaper to add depth and interest to the living room walls.
The chef presented a dish with a variety of textured elements, ranging from a smooth pea purée to a crunchy seed cracker and soft roasted vegetables.
Usage
Often used to describe fabrics, building materials, or artistic surfaces; can be used figuratively to describe complex sounds or writing.