as in costume
a complete costume of harmonizing or complementary clothes and accessories
She wore an elegant three-piece ensemble.
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Recent Examples of ensemble
The bride’s ensembles were designed by an Oscar-winning costume designer; film crews, photographers, and more than 1,000 reporters descended upon Monaco to cover the nuptials; the guest list glittered with international celebrity.
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Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 Apr. 2026
Charles joins an ensemble led by Zoey Deutch, which also includes Emily Bader, Emilia Jones, Alessandro Nivola, Julia McDermott, Shaunette Renée Wilson, Perry Mattfeld, Annabel O’Hagan, Lizzy Greene, and Isabelle Fuhrman.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 13 Apr. 2026
On the ground at the Masters, widely known as golf’s most prestigious stage, the excitement to attend is palpable, with guests of all ages sporting their best white-and-green ensembles to follow top players around the course at Augusta National Golf Club.
—Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2026
For the royal family's annual Christmas gathering at Sandringham, the Wales family coordinated in blue and green plaid ensembles.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
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Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 Apr. 2026
Charles joins an ensemble led by Zoey Deutch, which also includes Emily Bader, Emilia Jones, Alessandro Nivola, Julia McDermott, Shaunette Renée Wilson, Perry Mattfeld, Annabel O’Hagan, Lizzy Greene, and Isabelle Fuhrman.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 13 Apr. 2026
On the ground at the Masters, widely known as golf’s most prestigious stage, the excitement to attend is palpable, with guests of all ages sporting their best white-and-green ensembles to follow top players around the course at Augusta National Golf Club.
—Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2026
For the royal family's annual Christmas gathering at Sandringham, the Wales family coordinated in blue and green plaid ensembles.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ensemble
Noun
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In one scene, he was seen holding a stack of newspapers while standing near a newsstand, surrounded by extras in full period costume.—
Deirdre Durkan,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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Ubwdu Lace Ballet Sneakers These sneakers feel like a subtle nod to the balletcore trend without going full costume.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The color palette aligns with the market’s demand for versatile hybrid wardrobes.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Every wardrobe needs a classic white tee (or two, or three).—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The band felt embarrassed wearing those lame outfits.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Apr. 2026
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In one demo, the system generated eight different summer outfits from a single uploaded image.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Robbie was joined at the event by Zoe Saldaña, who posed beside her in a glittering gold Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello dress and Cartier jewelry.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
22 Apr. 2026
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Biles wore a bold blue mini dress with a long train, while Owens coordinated in a white suit with a brooch featuring an aquamarine stone.—
Diane J. Cho,
PEOPLE,
22 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Joshua Jackson celebrates the Banana Republic and The Explorers Club partnership at the clothing brand's flagship store in New York City on April 16.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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Carry a windshield scraper, jumper cables, a small shovel, flashlight, cell phone, blanket and additional warm clothing, drinking water, and high-calorie non-perishable food.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Ensemble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ensemble. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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