English Reference
Adjective

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.


SIMPLE

The artist uses textured paper for her watercolor paintings.

CONTEXTUAL

The interior designer chose a textured wallpaper to add depth and interest to the living room walls.

COMPLEX

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.

One side of animal skin is smooth, while the other is more textured.

Phys.org· 25 Aug 2026
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Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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