JACKET Synonyms: 104 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈja-kət

Definition of jacket

as in sheath

something that encloses another thing especially to protect it slip the art book into its jacket so it won't get dirty

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as in wool

the hairy covering of a mammal especially when fine, soft, and thick llamas are prized for their soft, lush jackets

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jacket

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verb

as in to vest

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Recent Examples of jacket

Noun

At the end of the performance, Bono opened his jacket to reveal an American flag sewn into the lining. — Krystie Lee Yandoli, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026 At these events, Susie repairs leather items, such as belts and purses, even leather vests and jackets, but usually not shoes. — Lydia Davis, New Yorker, 10 Sep. 2026

Verb

On December 31, the 24-year-old pop star attended Kelce's game against the Cincinnati Bengals wearing a slightly different version of the Chiefs letterman jacket her boyfriend wore on Christmas Day. — Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 1 Jan. 2024 And that Chiefs jacket the pop superstar has been spotted wearing? — Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 17 Oct. 2023 See All Example Sentences for jacket

Recent Examples of Synonyms for jacket

Noun

Alcaraz is coming back from tenosynovitis, an injury in which fluid accumulates in the sheath that protects a key tendon in the wrist.

— Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
The tang had a tendency to work loose, and the sheath would often be less than secure, letting the knife fall out during a parachute drop.

— David Szondy August 30, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of sheath

Noun

Home Décor September is the time when many people are shopping for cozy and seasonal home décor—anything plaid, wool, soft, and warm will be in high demand throughout the month.

— Ashley Poskin, Martha Stewart, 6 Sep. 2026
Townshend, who’s 81 now, sits for an extended interview, wearing a red wool cap over his bald head.

— Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of wool

Verb

His annual equity award will see 25 percent of shares vest over time, and the remaining 75 percent vesting based on Apple’s performance compared to other companies in the S&P 500 index.

— Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 1 Sep. 2026
The offer will include separation pay, continued vesting of existing equity awards, healthcare support at active employee rates, and continued Silver Pass access to Disney theme parks.

— Jennifer Maas, Variety, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of vest

Noun

The boy, appearing to wear a black hoodie underneath a coat with green pants and black boots, is seen kneeling on the vessel.

— Steven Romo, NBC news, 10 Sep. 2026
The 28-year-old actress, a Coach global ambassador since 2024, wore a leopard-print coat over a black lace top and bright red leather skirt, with a black beret — and Coach bag, naturally.

— Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of coat

Verb

Amal chose a body-contouring and razor pleated black Tom Ford by Haider Ackermann gown with silk taffeta and leather details, the brand’s Vertigo pumps, and a matching clutch.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026
The look was gothic and moody, consisting of a full black lace gown with an asymmetric skirt that cascaded down to the floor.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of gown

Noun

The front office threw every asset imaginable at a defensive line capable of coming in waves and covering warts.

— Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Sanctuary Alliance Lawrence shared another photo with five agents, at least three of them wearing black face coverings.

— Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of covering

Noun

One can only imagine the quick work happening backstage to get her hair coiffed amid costume changes.

— Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2026
Crosby, with a few more white hairs than last season, thought about the comment for a second before shrugging his shoulders and smiling.

— Josh Yohe, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026

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