Fashion Terms

adjective describing word that modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case, 'attractive' describes something that is pleasing or appealing

• The company is looking to hire attractive candidates for the new marketing positions.
• I think the new restaurant in town is really attractive, we should check it out.
• That new car is so attractive, I wish I could afford it.
• Her ideas were so attractive that everyone in the room was drawn to her.

noun a flirtatious act or attitude

• Her coquetry was evident in the way she subtly flirted with everyone at the party.
• She's always using coquetry to get what she wants from guys.
• I can't stand her fake coquetry, she's just trying to manipulate people.
• The politician's coquetry with the media was seen as a strategic move to gain more support.

noun an excessive and irrational devotion or commitment to a particular thing

• The psychologist discussed the patient's unusual fetish during their therapy session.
• She always jokes about his shoe fetish, calling him the Imelda Marcos of their friend group.
• I heard he has a weird fetish for collecting vintage lunchboxes.
• Her obsession with cleanliness could almost be considered a fetish for tidiness.

adjective old-fashioned in attitude or style

• The library was filled with old books and had a fusty smell.
• I can't stand staying in this fusty room, it smells so musty.
• This place is so fusty, let's get out of here.
• His ideas were fusty and outdated, he needed to freshen up his thinking.

adjective Cheerful or brightly colored

adverb In a cheerful or lively manner

• The children skipped gaily through the meadow, enjoying the sunshine.
• She laughed gaily as she danced around the room.
• The friends chatted gaily as they walked to the party.
• The colors of the sunset painted the sky gaily, like a masterpiece.

noun a place or position on a scale or in a sequence

verb to fasten or secure with a peg

• She used a peg to hang up the laundry on the clothesline.
• Can you pass me that peg so I can clip this paper together?
• I need to peg this project before the deadline hits.
• His comment really pegged her self-esteem.

noun the quality of being bright and reflecting light

verb to give off light; to be bright; to excel or be outstanding

• The sun's rays shine brightly on the surface of the water.
• Her smile makes the room shine with happiness.
• That new car of yours really shines on the road.
• His talent for storytelling makes his work shine among the rest.

verb past tense of the verb 'stuff', which means to fill a space or container tightly with something

adjective describing something that has been filled tightly with a substance or material

• The turkey was stuffed with a mixture of breadcrumbs and herbs.
• I'm so stuffed after that big meal.
• I can't believe how stuffed I am right now.
• His mind was stuffed with useless information.

noun People with EDS may experience symptoms such as chronic pain, fatigue, and easy bruising.

• The company implemented an EDS (Electronic Data Systems) software to streamline their operations.
• I heard that EDS is the best software for data management.
• Let's use EDS to get this project done quickly.
• In the world of technology, EDS is like a Swiss army knife for businesses.

adjective used to describe something as crazy, wild, or out of control

• The laboratory was spotless, there was no cracra in sight.
• I can't believe how cracra the kitchen is right now.
• Her room is so cracra, she really needs to clean up.
• The corruption in that organization runs deep, it's cracra all the way to the top.

noun a plastic doll made by the company Mattel, Inc., typically representing a young woman with long hair and a slender figure

• The Barbie doll has been a popular toy for decades among young girls.
• My little sister loves playing with her Barbie doll collection.
• I used to have a bunch of Barbies when I was a kid.
• She always dresses and acts like a Barbie doll, so perfect and put together.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

article a word that specifies a noun as definite or indefinite (e.g. 'a', 'an', 'the')

• The jewelry store owner assured me that the necklace I was interested in would be a dime.
• If you want a good cup of coffee, that new cafe down the street is a dime.
• That new album is straight fire, every track is a dime!
• Her performance in the play was a dime, she really stole the show.

noun a slang term referring to the irritation or chafing that occurs when skin rubs together, typically in the thigh area

• Chub rub, also known as chafing, is a common issue for individuals with larger thighs.
• I always have to wear shorts under my dress to prevent chub rub.
• I hate when I get chub rub from wearing tight jeans all day.
• Dealing with chub rub is like a constant reminder of the discomfort caused by friction.

noun In general, 'LBD' is a noun that represents a specific concept, item, or condition.

• The woman wore a stylish LBD to the business dinner.
• She looked amazing in that little black dress at the party.
• Check out her killer LBD, she's rocking it!
• The LBD of the fashion world, always a classic choice.