Synonyms of fabrics

fabrics

noun

plural of fabric

1

as in textiles

a woven or knitted material (as of cotton or nylon)

a fabric that is supposed to repel rain while at the same time allowing the wearer's perspiration to escape

Synonyms & Similar Words

• textiles
• cloths
• fibers
• threads
• yarns
• rags

2

as in architectures

the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form

you can't expect the fabric of society to survive if you do away with all moral imperatives

Synonyms & Similar Words

• architectures
• frameworks
• structures
• infrastructures
• skeletons
• shells
• frames
• shapes
• cadres
• configurations
• framings
• edifices
• armatures
• figures
• silhouettes
• lattices
• cages
• contours
• networks
• outlines
• profiles
• chassis

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of fabrics

Bridal pajamas take on many forms—and the best ones, complete with feather embellishments and silky fabrics, are really pretty fabulous. — Lea Donenberg, Vogue, 18 Aug. 2026

Advanced Functional Fabrics of America, or AFFOA, was established in 2016 to commercialize functional fibers and fabrics, expand domestic production capabilities and develop a specialized workforce. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 17 Aug. 2026

Zegna Linen Shirt Zegna places a premium on fabrics, a position that isn’t lost in the make of this linen shirt. — Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 17 Aug. 2026

In fact, Durston says Dyneema packs roughly half the weight of other ultralight tent fabrics while delivering more robust strength, fast-drying waterproofing and non-sag integrity. — New Atlas, 16 Aug. 2026

Linen is one of my favorite warm-weather fabrics for everyday wear and travel. — Kaitlin Gates, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2026

This means the former is usable on many colored and white fabrics (provided the care label allows it). — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 16 Aug. 2026

On the seventh floor of a building in the Fashion District, Bryan Hearns shows me to his studio, where containers brim with colorful rhinestones, walls are adorned with zippers, chains and pliers, and rainbow fabrics and leathers pile on the floor. — Los Angeles Times, 10 Aug. 2026

These have included a penthouse on lower Fifth Avenue, a Brooklyn Heights apartment, and a duplex on Washington Square Park, all of them featuring an abundance of sunlight, soft colors, floral fabrics, and a mix of antique and vintage pieces. — Michael Boodro, Architectural Digest, 7 Aug. 2026