finery
0 antonyms and opposites of finery, grouped by meaning.
Noun — Elaborate or showy clothing and decoration.
How to use finery
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
dressed in finery
full finery
Etymology
From fine, in the sense of "elegant" or "showy," plus the noun suffix -ery.
Full origin of finery →Frequently asked questions
What does “finery” mean?
The word “finery” means elaborate or showy clothing and decoration. In plain terms, fancy, decorative clothes or ornaments worn to look impressive.
How do you pronounce “finery”?
“Finery” is pronounced FEYE-nuh-ree (/ˈfaɪnəɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “finery” in a sentence?
Here is “finery” used in a sentence: “She arrived at the ball dressed in all her finery.”
What part of speech is “finery”?
“Finery” is a noun.