Synonyms for
Jean
Definition
a type of durable cotton twill fabric
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- blue jeans
- denim jeans
- tight jeans
- loose jeans
- designer jeans
- worn jeans
- pair of jeans
Word family
noun jean
Usage note
While 'jean' can refer to the fabric, it is most commonly used to refer to trousers made from denim. It is generally considered informal attire.
Example sentences
- I love wearing my comfortable jeans on the weekends.
- My mom bought me a new pair of jean shorts for summer.
- He wore a pair of faded blue jeans to the concert.
- She sewed a jean jacket for her daughter.
- The workers wore jeans to the construction site.
Quotes
"I have always believed that fashion was not only to make women more beautiful, but also to reassure them, give them confidence." - Yves Saint Laurent
"I wish I had invented blue jeans. They have expression, modesty, sex appeal, simplicity - all I hope for in my clothes." - Yves Saint Laurent
"I think there is something about luxury - it's not something people need, but it's what they want. It really pulls at their heart." - Maria Grazia Chiuri