dressy
word
Definition
Describes clothes or styles that are more formal, fancy, or elegant than casual everyday wear.
Usage & Nuances
"Dressy" is informal and usually refers to clothing appropriate for parties, events, or places with a formal dress code. It is not as formal as "formal," but more than "casual." Common combinations: "dressy shoes," "dressy outfit." Rarely used for men's clothes.
Spanish: elegante - arregladoPortuguese (BR): elegante - arrumadoPortuguese (PT): elegante - aprumadoChinese (Simplified): 正式的 - 穿着讲究的Chinese (Traditional): 正式的 - 穿著講究的Hindi: शानदार - सजधज वालाArabic: أنِيق - رسمي
Example Sentences
She wore a dressy blouse to the dinner.
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These shoes are too dressy for school.
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He chose a dressy outfit for the party.
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This restaurant is a bit dressy—maybe we should change.
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I love your dressy earrings—they really stand out!
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You don't need to get too dressy for this event—it's pretty casual.
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