baggy

adjective

Definition of baggynext
as in saggy

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Recent Examples of baggy Want to try one of the hottest denim trends, like barrel-leg, baggy, or flare jeans? — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 15 Oct. 2026 Off the field, Bel began to wear baggy pants to hide the device. — Edwidge Danticat, New Yorker, 15 Oct. 2026 Related Stories Clarkson can be seen wearing a baseball hat, bright yellow T-shirt, baggy jeans and a backpack in the security footage. — Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 14 Oct. 2026 For this week’s DP World India Championship, McIlroy has brought along a new look — baggy golf pants. — ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for baggy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for baggy
  1. saggy
  2. blousy
Adjective
  • The straps are adjustable and the material doesn’t look saggy or worn after a few washes.
    — Olivia Dubyak, InStyle, 6 Aug. 2026
  • The pants have a straight-leg silhouette and an elastic waistband that offers the right amount of stretch for comfortable sitting and movement without feeling loose or saggy.
    — Bridget Degnan, Travel + Leisure, 12 June 2026
Definition of saggy
Adjective
  • These Pact leggings are designed for everyday wear and look great with oversized sweaters and knee-high boots, blousy tops and ballet flats, or sneakers and an oversized flannel shirt for a more casual ensemble.
    — Jessie Quinn, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2026
  • The long, blousy sleeves add coverage in cooler Southern temperatures while keeping things airy.
    — Sarah Scott, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of blousy

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“Baggy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/baggy. Accessed 24 Oct. 2026.

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