CHIFFON Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

chiffon

adjective

Definition of chiffon

as in slick

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Recent Examples of chiffon There were chiffon dresses that gave a nod to the 1920s with their drop waists. — Blue Carreon, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025 Even at this year’s Grammys, musician Gracie Abrams donned a chiffon Chanel veil for the ceremony’s red carpet. — Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 30 June 2025 Mango chiffon dress $140 MANGO With a flattering V-neckline, ruched detailing, and delicate ruffles, this dress exudes romance. — Caroline Griswold, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2025 The more feminine look has been also expressed by full leather or full knitwear sets paired with lace or chiffon dresses or tops. — Rhonda Richford, WWD, 12 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for chiffon

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Adjective

Although Craven’s touch is missing, Bettinelli-Olpin and Gillett honor his memory by mimicking his style while engraving their own slick mark.

— Michael Lee Simpson, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Sep. 2026
In some memes in recent weeks, the photo has become so over-edited that the character's glistening face is slicker, darker and even more uncanny.

— Owen Carry, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of slick

Adjective

Small gadgets and appliances are on sale, too, including a now-$6 milk frother that makes creamy foam for lattes and a powerful but compact smoothie blender.

— Brooke Knappenberger, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2026
Her preference is for pinky-brown tones with a creamy matte finish, but the key to making the look feel current is keeping the definition soft.

— Emma-Jade Stoddart, Glamour, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of creamy

Adjective

The gold complemented her ethereal lilac chiffon McQueen dress, featuring a sweetheart strapless neckline and flowing layers of delicate fabric.

— Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2026
The answers range from good communication and baseball IQ to the ability to navigate the delicate balance of personalities in the clubhouse.

— Andy McCullough, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of delicate

Adjective

Crafted from the finest, lightest tweed, the dress—chosen by stylist Ramona Tabita—features a sumptuous knotted structure that opens into a generous back neckline and culminates in a majestic train that skims the red carpet.

— Giacomo Aricò, Vogue, 5 Sep. 2026
She’s played with a darkly enigmatic, unnerving quality by James in her finest work to date — a knowing, even domineering smile often curling around her lips.

— Tomris Laffly, Variety, 5 Sep. 2026

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