chiffon

adjective

Definition of chiffonnext
as in slick

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Recent Examples of chiffon There were chiffon dresses that gave a nod to the 1920s with their drop waists. — Blue Carreon, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025 Even at this year’s Grammys, musician Gracie Abrams donned a chiffon Chanel veil for the ceremony’s red carpet. — Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 30 June 2025 Mango chiffon dress $140 MANGO With a flattering V-neckline, ruched detailing, and delicate ruffles, this dress exudes romance. — Caroline Griswold, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2025 The more feminine look has been also expressed by full leather or full knitwear sets paired with lace or chiffon dresses or tops. — Rhonda Richford, WWD, 12 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for chiffon
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chiffon
  1. slick
  2. creamy
  3. delicate
  4. satin
  5. fine
Adjective
  • Jack Hughes scored on a breakaway off a slick pass from Jesper Bratt early in overtime, lifting the New Jersey Devils to a 5-4 win over the Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday night.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The next email had a slick poster promoting the Zoom event, with the book cover as the backdrop and blurbs from the Economist and other publications.
    — Snigdha Poonam, The Dial, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of slick
Adjective
  • Littley and Pittman both suggest skipping the rinse for risotto, noting that the starch helps make the dish creamy.
    — Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2026
  • The buttery texture and toasted notes of Stag Leaps’ Winery 2023 Napa Valley Chardonnay ($35) match the rich, creamy elements and melted cheese of the recipe, while its mineral finish keeps the dish from feeling heavy.
    — Carole Kotkin, Miami Herald, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of creamy
Adjective
  • The duo launches alongside a tapered blending brush designed for gentle, precise application on the delicate skin under your eyes.
    — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Apple’s advertising hasn’t always shown such a delicate touch.
    — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of delicate
Adjective
  • Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.
    — Jasmine Washington, Seventeen, 18 Jan. 2023
  • From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.
    — Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 13 Jan. 2023
Definition of satin
Adjective
  • More offices reported investments in luxury assets, from watches, fine jewelry, art and spirits to sports teams and music rights.
    — Molly A. Wallace, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2026
  • This is apparently perfectly fine with the US justice system.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of fine

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“Chiffon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chiffon. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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