Pronunciation: /ˈeɪprən/
Part of speech: noun
Formal or informal: Informal
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Synonym: smock
She wore an apron while cooking to keep her clothes clean
Pronunciation: /bædʒ/
Part of speech: noun
Formal or informal: Formal
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Synonym: emblem
He proudly displayed his police badge on his uniform
Pronunciation: /ˈbɑːθroʊb/
Part of speech: noun
Formal or informal: Informal
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Synonym: dressing gown
She wrapped herself in a plush bathrobe after getting out of the shower
Pronunciation: /ˈkɑːrdɪɡən/
Part of speech: noun
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Synonym: sweater
She wore a cozy cardigan over her blouse on chilly evenings
Pronunciation: /ˈhelmɪt/
Part of speech: noun
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Stress marks: ˈhelmɪt
Synonym: headgear
The construction worker always wears a helmet on the job site
Pronunciation: /ˌmæskəˈreɪd/
Part of speech: noun (also verb)
Countable or uncountable: Countable (as a noun)
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive (as a verb)
Stress marks: ˌmæskəˈreɪd (noun), ˈmæskəˌreɪd (verb)
Synonym: disguise
Opposite: reality
The charity ball was a masquerade, with guests wearing elaborate masks and costumes
Pronunciation: /ˈmɪniskɜrt/
Part of speech: noun
Formal or informal: Informal
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Synonym: short skirt
Opposite: maxi skirt
She wore a miniskirt with tights in the winter
Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɜrzi/
Part of speech: noun (also adjective)
Countable or uncountable: Countable (as a noun)
Synonym: shirt (as a noun), jersey fabric (as an adjective)
He wore a comfortable jersey on his morning run
Pronunciation: /vest/
Part of speech: noun (also verb)
Irregular spelling and irregular forms:
Irregular form as a verb (past tense): vested
Formal or informal:
Noun - Formal or informal
Verb - Formal
Countable or uncountable:
Noun - Countable
Verb - Transitive
Synonym:
Noun - waistcoat
Verb - empower
Opposite:
Noun - sleeveless top
Verb - divest
Noun example - He wore a vest under his suit jacket Verb example - The board decided to vest more authority in the CEO
Pronunciation: /ˈfæbrɪk/
Part of speech: noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms:Irregular plural form : fabrics
Formal or informal:Formal
Countable or uncountable:Countable
Stress marks:ˈfæbrɪk
Synonym:material
She chose a soft fabric for the curtains
Pronunciation:/ˈdenɪm/
Part of speech:noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms:Irregular plural form : denims
Formal or informal:Formal or informal
Countable or uncountable:Countable
Synonym:jean fabric
She wore denim jeans and a white t-shirt
Pronunciation:/leɪs/
Part of speech:noun (also verb)
Irregular spelling and irregular forms:Irregular plural form : laces
Formal or informal:Formal or informal
Countable or uncountable:Countable (as a noun)
Transitive or intransitive:Transitive (as a verb)
Synonym:openwork fabric (as a noun)
Opposite:solid fabric
She wore a dress with lace sleeves
Pronunciation:/ˈlaɪnɪŋ/
Part of speech:noun (also adjective)
Irregular spelling and irregular forms:Irregular plural form : linings
Formal or informal:Formal or informal
Countable or uncountable:Countable (as a noun)
Transitive or intransitive:Transitive (as an adjective)
Synonym:inner layer (as a noun)
Opposite:exposed inner surface
The coat had a warm lining
Pronunciation:/sɪlk/
Part of speech:noun (also adjective)
Irregular spelling and irregular forms:Irregular plural form : silks
Formal or informal:Formal or informal
Countable or uncountable:Countable (as a noun)
Synonym:silk fabric (as a noun)
Opposite:rough fabric
She wore a silk scarf around her neck
Pronunciation:/hʊd/
Part of speech:noun (also verb)
Irregular spelling and irregular forms:Irregular plural form : hoods
Formal or informal:Formal or informal
Countable or uncountable:Countable
Transitive or intransitive:Intransitive
Synonym:head covering
Opposite:uncovered head
She pulled up her hood to protect herself from the rain
Pronunciation: /ˈzɪpər/
Part of speech: noun (also verb)
Countable or uncountable: Countable (as a noun)
Transitive or intransitive: Transitive (as a verb)
Stress marks: ˈzɪpər
Synonym: fastener
She zipped up her jacket before going outside
Pronunciation: /kəˈlɛkʃən/
Part of speech: noun
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Stress marks: kəˈlɛkʃən
Synonym: assortment
Opposite: scattering
She had a large collection of vintage records
Pronunciation: /ˈkɒstjuːm/
Part of speech: noun (also verb)
Countable or uncountable: Countable (as a noun)
Transitive or intransitive: Transitive (as a verb)
Stress marks: ˈkɒstjuːm
Synonym: outfit
Opposite: everyday clothes
She wore a pirate costume for Halloween
Pronunciation: /dɪˈzaɪnər/
Part of speech: noun (also adjective)
Countable or uncountable: Countable (as a noun)
Stress marks: dɪˈzaɪnər
Synonym: creator
Opposite: imitator
She bought a designer dress for the special occasion
Pronunciation: /ˈmɒdəlɪŋ/
Part of speech: noun (also verb)
Countable or uncountable: Countable (as a noun)
Transitive or intransitive: Transitive (as a verb)
Stress marks: ˈmɒdəlɪŋ
Synonym: posing
Opposite: reality
She enjoyed modeling for fashion magazines
Pronunciation: /ˈaʊtfɪt/
Part of speech: noun (also verb)
Countable or uncountable: Countable (as a noun)
Transitive or intransitive: Transitive (as a verb)
Synonym: ensemble
Opposite: mismatched clothes
She put together a stylish outfit for the party
Pronunciation:/ˈwɔːdrəʊb/
Part of speech:noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms:Irregular plural form : wardrobes
Formal or informal:Formal
Countable or uncountable:Countable
Synonym:clothing collection
She organized her wardrobe by color
Pronunciation:/ˈkæʒuəl/
Part of speech:noun (also adjective)
Irregular spelling and irregular forms:Irregular comparative form : more casual
Formal or informal:Formal or informal
Countable or uncountable:Countable (as a noun)
Synonym:informal wear
Opposite:formal wear
She preferred casual attire for weekend outings
Pronunciation:/ˈɡlæmərəs/
Part of speech:noun (also adjective)
Irregular spelling and irregular forms:Irregular comparative form : more glamorous
Formal or informal:Formal or informal
Countable or uncountable:Countable (as a noun)
Synonym:attractive and exciting
Opposite:plain and ordinary
She wore a glamorous evening gown
Pronunciation:/ˈmætʃɪŋ/
Part of speech:noun (also adjective)
Irregular spelling and irregular forms:Irregular comparative form : more matching
Formal or informal:Formal or informal
Countable or uncountable:Countable (as a noun)
Synonym:coordinating set
Opposite:mismatched
She wore matching earrings and necklace
Pronunciation:/pleɪn/
Part of speech:noun (also adjective)
Irregular spelling and irregular forms:Irregular comparative form : plainer
Formal or informal:Formal or informal
Countable or uncountable:Countable (as a noun)
Synonym:simple
Opposite:decorated and fancy
She wore a plain white t-shirt
Pronunciation: /straɪpt/
Part of speech: adjective
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Synonym: lined
Opposite: plain
She wore a striped shirt to the party
Pronunciation: /ˈstaɪlɪʃ/
Part of speech: adjective
Synonym: chic
Opposite: unfashionable
She had a stylish haircut
Pronunciation: /ʌnˈdrɛst/
Part of speech: adjective (also adverb)
Synonym: naked
Opposite: dressed
She felt undressed without her usual accessories
Pronunciation:/ˈwʊli/
Part of speech:noun (also adjective)
Definition:made of wool or resembling wool in texture or appearance
Irregular spelling and irregular forms:Irregular comparative form : woolier
Example:She wore a wooly sweater in the winter.
Countable or uncountable:Countable (as a noun)
Synonym:woolen
Opposite:smooth and sleek
She wore a wooly sweater in the winter