Synonyms for

Attire

Verb / ʌˈtaɪɜ: / Another word for attire — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

clothing, especially for a special occasion or purpose

Synonyms & similar words

figout deckup gussyup underdress dressdown togup trickout figup trickup getup prink deckout dressup fancyup rigout togout dress overdress garb clothing garb outfit costume dress robes wardrobe gear apparel raiment vestments habit uniform regalia ensemble getup threads duds attirements

Synonyms by register

Formal

apparel garb raiment vestments

Informal

clothes outfit gear threads

Literary

habiliments accoutrements

Antonyms

nakedness bareness undress disarray scantiness

Common collocations

  • formal attire
  • business attire
  • casual attire
  • evening attire
  • wedding attire
  • protective attire
  • attire for
  • dress and attire

Word family

noun attire

Usage note

Attire is a somewhat formal word for clothing, often used to describe a specific type of dress suitable for an occasion. It is less common in everyday conversation than 'clothes' or 'outfit'.

Example sentences

  1. I need to buy new attire for the job interview.
  2. The princess wore a stunning attire to the ball.
  3. He always wears casual attire to work.
  4. The athlete's attire includes a jersey and shorts.
  5. The bride's attire was a beautiful white dress.

Quotes

  • "Attire is a nonverbal expression of yourself." - Lizzie Post
  • "Fashion is about dressing according to what's fashionable. Style is more about being yourself." - Oscar de la Renta
  • "My style is understated because everything I wear, I want it to be about me and not about what I am wearing." - Don Cheadle

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