Meaning & use
Flouncy
Last updated
Having ruffles or gathered layers of fabric that move freely; also describes a dramatic, exaggerated manner.
See it in a sentence
She wore a flouncy skirt that swished with every step she took.
He gave a flouncy sigh and stormed out of the room dramatically.
A note on using this word
Related to both the noun 'flounce' (a decorative ruffle) and the verb 'flounce' (to move in an exaggerated, huffy way).
Words with a similar meaning
Choose a synonym to suit the sentence. Meanings can overlap without being identical.
Make it your own
Write a sentence using “Flouncy”, then compare your use with the examples above.