swishy

adjective

ˈswi-shē 

swishier; swishiest

1

: producing a swishing sound

2

slang, usually disparaging : characterized by effeminate behavior

Examples of swishy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Members arrived dressed in a version of church clothes — men in crisp button-downs and stringy black ties, women in long swishy cotton skirts. — Claire Hoffman, Rolling Stone, 21 Sep. 2026

The elastic waistband is stretchy rather than constricting, and the swishy material allows for plenty of airflow. — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2026

Made from swishy viscose, these pants move with you and have a relaxed fit. — Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 25 July 2026

Our favorites include a swishy little black dress on Amazon, which features subtle, tummy-controlling draping through the waist (and comes in many other colors). — Malia Griggs, Glamour, 23 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1828, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for swishy

• fishy