robe
4 antonyms for robe — opposites grouped by meaning.
Noun — A long, loose outer garment, often worn for comfort, ceremony, or to signify rank.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A long, loose outer garment, often worn for comfort, ceremony, or to signify rank.
“The judge put on her black robe before entering the courtroom.”
Antonyms
How to use robe
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
bath robe
judge's robe
robe of office
Etymology
From Old French robe, originally meaning "booty" or "spoils of war" — clothing taken from a defeated enemy — from a Germanic root meaning "to strip or plunder." The same root gives us "rob."
Full origin of robe →Frequently asked questions
What does “robe” mean?
The word “robe” means a long, loose outer garment, often worn for comfort, ceremony, or to signify rank. In plain terms, a long, loose garment — from a fluffy bathrobe to a judge's ceremonial robe.
How do you pronounce “robe”?
“Robe” is pronounced rohb (/ɹoʊb/ in IPA).
How do you use “robe” in a sentence?
Here is “robe” used in a sentence: “The judge put on her black robe before entering the courtroom.”
What is another word for “robe”?
Words with a similar meaning to “robe” include don and put on.
What part of speech is “robe”?
Depending on how it is used, “robe” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “robe” come from?
The word “robe” comes from Old French. From Old French robe, originally meaning "booty" or "spoils of war" — clothing taken from a defeated enemy — from a Germanic root meaning "to strip or plunder." The same root gives us "rob.".
Is “robe” a common word?
“Robe” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “robe” have?
“Robe” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a long, loose outer garment, often worn for comfort, ceremony, or to signify rank.
