UNDERDRESS Synonyms: 57 Similar and Opposite Words

underdress

verb

Definition of underdress

as in to uniform

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Recent Examples of underdress Don’t underdress like London or New York. — Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 6 Dec. 2025

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The brand reinterpreted the Karakorum, Verone, Himalaya and Tibb jackets, paying tribute to its history, alpine culture and commitment to outfitting expeditions.

— Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026
Radar love Each low-flying helicopter is outfitted with a ground penetrating radar (GPR) instrument, one that can detect layering in the near surface, at depths unobservable by orbital radar.

— Leonard David, Space.com, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of outfit

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Jenni Kayne, which has been in business nearly 25 years, is known for its essentials such as sweaters, shirts, dresses, footwear and, more recently, tailored pants and skirts.

— Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026
Dermatologists can tailor treatments, from over-the-counter creams to prescription medications; avoid picking pimples, which can worsen inflammation and increase scarring.

— Adithi Ramakrishnan, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of tailor

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The walls were draped with red velvet, while tables were spread with candles and garland.

— Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 14 Oct. 2026
Deep tropical moisture flowing from the Gulf will slam against the cold front when it’s draped over the Plains and fuel a multi-day flood threat.

— Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of drape

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Then there is the elegance, of course, as evidenced by the Giorgio Armani jackets the coach wanted for his team.

— Nicola Bambini, Vanity Fair, 19 Mar. 2026
The man everyone — especially those letterman jacket a-holes on the basketball team — blames for all the recent Vecna murders actually dies saving the town of Hawkins.

— Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 24 Nov. 2025

Definition of jacket

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At the 2026 amFAR Gala this summer, Pamela Anderson donned a satin Calvin Klein Collection orange gown with a matching shawl.

— Christian Allaire, Vogue, 15 Oct. 2026
Gala cochair Nicole Ari Parker was one of the first to arrive, wearing a custom Victor De Souza gown reminiscent of Victorian tulle.

— Brianna J. Heath, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2026

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