Synonyms for

Apparel

Verb / ʌˈpærʌl / / ʌˈperʌl / Another word for apparel — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

clothing, especially of a particular style or for a particular occasion

Synonyms & similar words

tog enclothe garment habilitate dress wearingapparel fitout undress clothe raiment clothes garb clothing attire dress garments outfit wear costume threads uniform wardrobe gear rags vestments clothes habit regalia robes ensemble fashion getup

Synonyms by register

Formal

attire garments vestments clothing

Informal

clothes gear outfit threads

Literary

raiment habit

Antonyms

nakedness bareness nudity undress unclothed

Common collocations

  • protective apparel
  • work apparel
  • fashion apparel
  • sports apparel
  • outer apparel
  • children's apparel
  • women's apparel

Word family

noun apparel

Usage note

Apparel is a somewhat formal term for clothing, often used in commercial or fashion contexts. It is less common in everyday conversation than 'clothes'.

Example sentences

  1. She picked out a new piece of apparel for her first day of school.
  2. He was impressed by her fashion sense and choice of apparel.
  3. The store carries a wide variety of athletic apparel for all types of sports.
  4. The bride wore a beautiful wedding apparel for her special day.
  5. The company requires all employees to wear business apparel during work hours.

Quotes

  • "Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening." - Coco Chanel
  • "Clothes mean nothing until someone lives in them." - Marc Jacobs
  • "I like my money right where I can see it...hanging in my closet." - Carrie Bradshaw

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