BUTTONED-DOWN Synonyms: 73 Similar and Opposite Words

button-down

adjective

ˈbə-tᵊn-ˌdau̇n

variants or buttoned-down

as in traditional

tending to favor established ideas, conditions, or institutions a button-down architectural firm would never have the imagination to produce such a cutting-edge design

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Recent Examples of button-down Mueller, consistent with his decades as a button-down lawman, gave many one-word answers. —

Josh Meyer, USA Today, 21 Mar. 2026 Alexa Chung doubled up on jackets in Paris, styling a classic Mac trench coat in khaki over a navy nylon bomber, V-neck sweater, and white button-down shirt for a masterclass in layering. —

Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2026 Zendaya stepped out in a tailored white button-down shirt with structured shoulders and a sharp collar. —

Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 14 Mar. 2026 Picture ladies in loose Missoni and gentlemen in jackets mingling with moms and dads in jeans and a crisp button-down. —

Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for button-down

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Powered by nutrient-dense lupini beans, Kaizen’s pasta, rice and mac & cheese deliver over 20 grams of protein per serving, 80-85% fewer carbs than traditional options and 15 grams of fiber while remaining gluten-free, non-GMO and kosher.

— Tory Johnson, ABC News, 8 Apr. 2026
Other gifts included a traditional Bedouin tent and tables, cushions and carpets that Epstein later set up on his island.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026