Synonyms for

Suits

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

Definition

Suits refer to a set of clothes that are made from the same fabric and consist of a jacket and trousers or a skirt.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

corresponds matches aligns comports

Informal

goes with works with fits is right for

Literary

befits becomes is meet for

Antonyms

disagrees clashes conflicts opposes contrasts mismatches

Common collocations

  • suits you well
  • suits the occasion
  • suits the purpose
  • suits perfectly
  • suits your needs
  • suits the style
  • suits the environment

Word family

noun suit
verb suit
adjective suitable
adverb suitably

Usage note

As a verb, 'suits' often implies appropriateness or suitability. It can also refer to clothing, as in 'He wears suits'.

Example sentences

  1. He always wears suits to work.
  2. The groom looked handsome in his wedding suit.
  3. She bought a new suit for her job interview.
  4. The store sells suits for men and women.
  5. He had to have his suit tailored to fit properly.

Quotes

  • I wear suits to be taken seriously.
  • I believe in dressing sharply. I think a man should look good in a suit.
  • A well-tailored suit is to women what lingerie is to men.

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