Meaning & use
dressy
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(of clothing) elegant and suitable for formal or special occasions.
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The invitation said the party was dressy, so she wore her best gown.
He swapped his jeans for something a little dressier before the dinner.
A note on using this word
An informal adjective, common in everyday conversation about clothing choices for events.
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Words with an opposite meaning
casual
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