Frilly

Pronunciation: /ˈfrɪli/

Definitions of frilly

adjective adjective - a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'frilly' describes something that is adorned with decorative ruffles or lace.

Example Sentences

A1 She wore a frilly pink dress to the party.

A2 The frilly curtains in the living room added a touch of elegance.

B1 The little girl's frilly blouse was covered in colorful flowers.

B2 The frilly lace trim on the wedding dress gave it a romantic feel.

C1 The elaborate frilly details on the gown showcased the designer's skill.

C2 The frilly decorations at the event were meticulously crafted and beautifully displayed.

Examples of frilly in a Sentence

formal The frilly curtains added a touch of elegance to the room.

informal She wore a frilly dress to the party last night.

slang I'm not a fan of frilly stuff, it's too girly for me.

figurative Her frilly speech was full of unnecessary details.

Grammatical Forms of frilly

• past tense: frilled
• plural: frillies
• comparative: frillier
• superlative: frilliest
• present tense: frills
• future tense: will frill
• perfect tense: has frilled
• continuous tense: is frilling
• singular: frilly
• positive degree: frilly
• infinitive: to frill
• gerund: frilling
• participle: frilled

Origin and Evolution of frilly

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'frilly' originated from the Middle English word 'frounce' which means to wrinkle or curl.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'frilly' evolved to describe something with decorative, ornamental, or ruffled edges or surfaces, typically used in reference to clothing or fabric.