as in clothing
covering for the human body
the prince exchanged his silken raiment for the pauper's humble homespun
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Recent Examples of raiment
Is not the life more than the food, and the body than the raiment?
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Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2024
What spirit are you, that walks this castle in such strange raiment?
—Jay Martel, The New Yorker, 19 Sep. 2022
Thousands of miles to the south, Inca rulers controlled as many as 37 million people, enriched by such abundance that the nobility clothed themselves in gilded raiments and decorated their homes with gold and silver ornaments.
—Tom Gjelten, Washington Post, 23 Aug. 2019
Two of the giants on display, topped with gold crowns and clad in flowing red and deep green raiment, are region-specific.
—Ryan P. Smith, Smithsonian, 3 July 2018
The cabin at 11720 W. Howard Ave. was long ago enveloped in 20th century raiment.
—Jane Ford-Stewart, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 31 Oct. 2017
The Young Pope, a traditionalist who, like Benedict XVI, clearly thinks the rich history of the church is reflected in its ornate raiment, really does it up in Episode 5.
—Jason Horowitz, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2017
Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2024
What spirit are you, that walks this castle in such strange raiment?
—Jay Martel, The New Yorker, 19 Sep. 2022
Thousands of miles to the south, Inca rulers controlled as many as 37 million people, enriched by such abundance that the nobility clothed themselves in gilded raiments and decorated their homes with gold and silver ornaments.
—Tom Gjelten, Washington Post, 23 Aug. 2019
Two of the giants on display, topped with gold crowns and clad in flowing red and deep green raiment, are region-specific.
—Ryan P. Smith, Smithsonian, 3 July 2018
The cabin at 11720 W. Howard Ave. was long ago enveloped in 20th century raiment.
—Jane Ford-Stewart, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 31 Oct. 2017
The Young Pope, a traditionalist who, like Benedict XVI, clearly thinks the rich history of the church is reflected in its ornate raiment, really does it up in Episode 5.
—Jason Horowitz, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for raiment
Noun
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Down the street are a gift store, a clothing boutique, an appliance store and a couple of restaurants.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
9 Nov. 2025
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The brand’s name recognition, longstanding tradition of quality craftsmanship, and the durability expected of its clothing transitions seamlessly into its dog coat.—
Lauren Fischer,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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To add a wintertime edge to her sporty attire, Biles paid tribute to her husband.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
10 Nov. 2025
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Indigenous dancers typically wear regalia, cultural attire reflecting their tribe's cultural heritage and their personal style.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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In it, the woman is wearing the then-modern attire of Viennese society, donning a white-and-blue dress and robe; the background, meanwhile, is full of East Asian motifs, representing Klimt’s fondness of Chinese and Japanese artifacts.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
12 Nov. 2025
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The latest restock is full of pieces ideal for both casual plans and upcoming holiday parties, including sweater dresses, knit blazers, full-zip hoodies, and comfy pants starting at just $15.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
11 Nov. 2025
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Inside the center – home to the Fila Museum and its extensive historical archives (including footwear, apparel, and documents) – the layout offers an immersive and engaging experience.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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For the country music lover who can’t wait to get back to Nashville, Imogene & Willie’s apparel lineup is a no-brainer.—
John Lonsdale,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Raiment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/raiment. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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