frilly
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for frilly, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Decorated with frills (small gathered strips of fabric).
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
ruffled
frilled
Antonyms
How to use frilly
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
frilly dress
frilly curtains
nothing frilly
Frequently asked questions
What does “frilly” mean?
The word “frilly” means decorated with frills (small gathered strips of fabric). In plain terms, covered in frills, or more generally fussy and over-decorated.
How do you pronounce “frilly”?
“Frilly” is pronounced FRIH-lee (/ˈfɹɪli/ in IPA).
How do you use “frilly” in a sentence?
Here is “frilly” used in a sentence: “She wore a frilly white blouse to the party.”
What part of speech is “frilly”?
“Frilly” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “frilly” have?
“Frilly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: decorated with frills (small gathered strips of fabric).
