Synonyms for

Quilt

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

Definition

A warm bed covering made of padding enclosed between layers of fabric and kept in place by lines of stitching.

Synonyms & similar words

puff comfort comforter coverlet comforter duvet bedspread throw blanket counterpane eiderdown patchwork bedcover bedding afghan robe shawl wrap plaid tapestry

Synonyms by register

Formal

patchwork bedspread coverlet

Informal

comforter duvet blanket

Literary

stitched tapestry woven comfort

Antonyms

unstitched unsewn unquilted plain bare simple

Common collocations

  • patchwork quilt
  • quilt pattern
  • quilt block
  • quilting bee
  • handmade quilt
  • quilt top
  • quilt making

Word family

noun quilt
verb quilt
adjective quilted

Usage note

While 'quilt' can refer to the finished item, it also functions as a verb meaning to stitch together layers of fabric. 'Quilted' is the adjective form.

Example sentences

  1. My grandma made me a beautiful quilt for my bed.
  2. I like to cuddle up with a quilt on the couch.
  3. I want to learn how to make a quilt like my mom.
  4. The quilt on the bed was so cozy that I didn't want to get up.
  5. I saw a quilt made out of old t-shirts at the craft fair.

Quotes

  • "A bed without a quilt is like heaven without angels." -Unknown
  • "A good friend is like a warm quilt wrapped around the heart." -Unknown
  • "A quilt will warm your body and comfort your soul." -Unknown

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