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Dressy

/ˈdɹɛsi/ · adjective

Meaning

Elegant, smart, or stylish..

Definitions by Sense

  1. Elegant, smart, or stylish.
  2. Fond of dressing up; keen on fashion.

Example Sentences

We have mentioned that he exhibited a certain partiality for rings, jewellery, and fine raiment of all sorts; and it must be owned that Mr. Pen, during his time at the university, was rather a dressy man, and loved to array himself in splendour.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does dressy mean?

Dressy means Elegant, smart, or stylish..

What is a synonym for dressy?

Common synonyms include fancy.

What is the opposite of dressy?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use dressy in a sentence?

We have mentioned that he exhibited a certain partiality for rings, jewellery, and fine raiment of all sorts; and it must be owned that Mr. Pen, during his time at the university, was rather a dressy man, and loved to array himself in splendour.

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