Dressier: meaning, definitions and examples
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dressier
[ ˈdrɛs.i.ər ]
fashion level
The term 'dressier' refers to clothing that is more formal or sophisticated than casual attire. This comparative form of 'dressy' suggests an elevated style typically suited for special occasions or formal events.
Synonyms
elegant, formal, smart, stylish.
Examples of usage
- She wore a dressier outfit for the wedding.
- The invitation specified a dressier dress code.
- He opted for a dressier look for the company dinner.
Translations
Translations of the word "dressier" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais elegante
🇮🇳 अधिक औपचारिक
🇩🇪 eleganter
🇮🇩 lebih bergaya
🇺🇦 більш елегантний
🇵🇱 bardziej elegancki
🇯🇵 よりエレガントな
🇫🇷 plus élégant
🇪🇸 más elegante
🇹🇷 daha şık
🇰🇷 더 세련된
🇸🇦 أكثر أناقة
🇨🇿 více elegantní
🇸🇰 viac elegantný
🇨🇳 更优雅的
🇸🇮 bolj eleganten
🇮🇸 fagur
🇰🇿 танымал
🇬🇪 უფრო ელეგანტური
🇦🇿 daha zərif
🇲🇽 más elegante
Etymology
The word 'dressy' originated in the late 19th century, deriving from the verb 'dress', which means to put on clothes or to adorn oneself. The suffix '-y' was added to denote a quality or characteristic associated with dressing. As fashion evolved, particularly throughout the 20th century, the term began to specifically refer to clothing that was not merely functional, but also aesthetically pleasing and suitable for social or formal situations. The comparative form 'dressier' emerged as people began to articulate different levels of formality in clothing, reflecting societal changes and evolving standards for attire in various contexts. Today's use of 'dressier' conveys nuances of style, occasion, and cultural expectations surrounding clothing.