swishier; swishiest
1
: producing a swishing sound
2
slang, usually disparaging : characterized by effeminate behavior

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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 And that swishy polyester-spandex material offers UPF 50+ sun protection. Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 21 July 2026 Shoppers can score breezy shorts, airy tanks, and swishy skirts alongside everyday basics like easy T-shirts and socks built for hot weather comfort. Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 12 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for swishy

Word History

First Known Use

1828, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of swishy was in 1828

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“Swishy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/swishy. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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