BLACK-TIE Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

black-tie

adjective

Definition of black-tie next

as in white-tie

Related Words

Relevance

Dissimilar Words

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of black-tie Stars including Emma Stone, Cillian Murphy, Glenn Close and Ethan Hawke are expected on the red carpet outside London’s Royal Festival Hall before a black-tie ceremony hosted by Scottish actor Alan Cumming. —

ABC News, 21 Feb. 2026 Polis, who chaired the bipartisan group last year, said both Democratic governors are still barred from Saturday’s annual black-tie White House dinner, which has typically been for governors and their families. —

Sarah Fortinsky, The Hill, 20 Feb. 2026 The remark drew applause and laughter from the black-tie audience. —

Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026 Duvall was recognized with the 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award at the black-tie event. —

Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 16 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for black-tie

Recent Examples of Synonyms for black-tie

Adjective

The Princess of Wales, 43, joined Prince William, King Charles, Queen Camilla and more for the glamorous evening, which called for a white-tie dress code.

— Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 3 Dec. 2025
Trump lavished praise on the British royal family during a white-tie dinner last night, but today meets with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and, later, the UK press.

— semafor.com, semafor.com, 22 Sep. 2025