CLOTHS Synonyms: 20 Similar and Opposite Words

cloths

noun

plural of cloth

as in fabrics

a woven or knitted material (as of cotton or nylon) cotton canvas was the cloth traditionally used for a ship's sails

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as in clergies

the group ordained to perform clerical functions in the Christian church he's a member of the cloth, but that doesn't keep him from enjoying a stiff drink every now and then

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Recent Examples of cloths Apply cold wet cloths to your neck, armpits and groin, where blood flow is highest, and keep sipping cool water. —

Allison Palmer updated June 24, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 June 2026 Apply cold wet cloths to the neck, armpits and groin, the highest blood-flow areas, to accelerate cooling. —

Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 24 June 2026 Ciechorska recommends doing a 60-second pass each morning over the sink, faucet, and counter and keeping a small stack of microfiber cloths under the sink and a spray bottle of all-purpose cleaner to do this. —

Sheila Kim, The Spruce, 22 June 2026 Microfiber cloths absorb excess liquid and lift dirt. —

Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 19 June 2026 Some parents now keep key items — bottles, burp cloths, diapers, a warmer, and soft lighting — closer to the crib or bassinet so more of the feeding routine can happen in one calm, predictable space. —

Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 18 June 2026 Allow to sit 10-15 minutes Wipe and scrape the paste gently away with microfiber cloths, soft sponges, and a plastic or silicone scraper. —

Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 17 June 2026 The new restaurant in Rocky Hill is fine dining, white table cloths and plain, elegant surroundings including five tables in front for outdoor dining. —

Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 15 June 2026 Move to a cool place, apply cool wet cloths, sip water. —

John Samuels, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026

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Noun

Thanks to its sleeveless silhouette, the top feels lightweight and breathable on hot days, while ribbed knits and stretch cotton fabrics offer a comfortable, body-skimming fit without feeling restrictive.

— Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026
Italians prefer natural breathable fabrics instead, like cotton and linen.

— Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2026

Definition of fabrics

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Skeptics said that for a denomination with more than 40,000 churches and millions of members, those numbers were lamentable but not symptoms of a widespread crisis.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 June 2026
One pastor, two churches in Charlotte That honeymoon phase eventually gave way to a complicated reality involving Chadwick, the man who helped orchestrate Forest Hill’s expansion with the YMCA.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 25 June 2026

Definition of churches

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The production of hemp in the EU — used for everything from textiles to food to construction — grew by around 84%, from about 21,000 hectares (52,000 acres) in 2015 to 33,000 hectares (82,000 acres), in 2022.

— Amy Gunia, CNN Money, 24 June 2026
In 2024, California rolled out legislation that bans the use of PFAS in a range of products, including textiles, juvenile products and food.

— Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 24 June 2026