Synonyms of overdress

overdress 1 of 2

noun

as in kimono

Related Words

• kimono
• sundress
• kirtle
• sheath
• shirtwaist
• housedress
• chemise
• minidress
• jumper
• muumuu
• shift
• tea gown
• sack
• sweaterdress
• coatdress
• shirtdress
• Mother Hubbard
• gown
• granny dress
• frock
• dress

overdress

2 of 2

verb

as in to uniform

Related Words

• uniform
• apparel
• clothe
• dress
• attire
• rig
• trick
• garb
• suit
• robe
• bedizen
• bedeck
• array
• bundle up
• don
• caparison
• slip (on or into)
• doll up
• throw (on)
• put on

Dissimilar Words

• remove
• take off
• doff
• undress
• strip
• disrobe

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of overdress

Verb

Don't overdress the bed with excess throw pillows and blankets. — Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 29 June 2026

Southern women don’t strive to be subtle, because why not overdress, even to stay at home? — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026

Don’t overdress the salad; toss with about a third of the dressing, then add more as needed and serve the rest on the side. — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 Mar. 2026

The high standard Riley set is why the franchise’s current malaise is overdressed with angst. — Greg Cote february 25, Miami Herald, 25 Feb. 2026

The painter also appears to portray Henry as a childlike figure absurdly overdressed in regal finery. — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 28 June 2025

But nothing kills a vibe faster than being overdressed at a dive bar—or underdressed at a swanky rooftop, for that matter. — Ruhama Wolle, Glamour, 17 Mar. 2025

But there's some situations where showing up in a suit and tie would be overdressed. — James Powel, USA TODAY, 4 Aug. 2024

The 42-year-old EGOT winner took to the ice with Lipinski’s help in a recent segment on The Jennifer Hudson Show, even if Hudson was a touch overdressed for the proceedings. — Anna Lazarus Caplan, Peoplemag, 1 Dec. 2023