Synonyms for

Garments

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

Definition

clothing, especially of a particular type or for a particular purpose

Synonyms & similar words

garb dress habilitate enclothe raiment garment apparel undress tog clothe fitout clothes apparel attire dress robes outfit costume wardrobe fashion vestments threads gear uniform regalia habiliments rags wear suits garb

Synonyms by register

Formal

apparel attire vestments raiment

Informal

clothes threads gear outfit

Literary

robes weeds habit

Antonyms

nakedness bareness nudity unclothedness

Common collocations

  • protective garments
  • outer garments
  • winter garments
  • baby garments
  • clean garments
  • wearing garments
  • loose garments
  • formal garments

Word family

noun garment

Usage note

Garments is a general term for items of clothing. It can sound slightly more formal or dated than 'clothes'.

Example sentences

  1. My mother sewed some new garments for me to wear on my first day of school.
  2. The ski resort requires all guests to wear proper garments while skiing.
  3. The fashion designer created a line of garments inspired by nature.
  4. The wizard wore long, flowing garments that sparkled in the sunlight.
  5. The store sells all kinds of garments, from casual wear to formal dresses.

Quotes

  • "The most beautiful clothes that can dress a woman are the arms of the man she loves." - Yves Saint Laurent
  • "When in doubt, wear red." - Bill Blass
  • "Fashion is about dressing according to what's fashionable. Style is more about being yourself." - Oscar de la Renta

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