# textured

/ˈtɛkstʃɝd/ (US) · /tˈɛkstʃəd/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/textured
Updated: 2026-05-08

## Definition

having a surface that is not smooth. You use this to describe things that feel rough, bumpy, or have a pattern you can touch.

For teachers: possessing a surface that is not smooth or uniform; having a tactile quality or a visible pattern of raised and lowered areas.

## Examples

- 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 notes

- Often used to describe fabrics, building materials, or artistic surfaces; can be used figuratively to describe complex sounds or writing.

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