ROBE Synonyms: 86 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈrōb

Definition of robe

as in cloak

something that covers or conceals like a piece of cloth with the coming of spring the hills will once again don their robes of green

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verb

as in to clothe

to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes robed the queen in her ceremonial garments

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Recent Examples of robe

Noun

You’re meant to take the shampoo, but not the robe—and everything in between is where things get complicated. — Scott Campbell, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Aug. 2026 She was joined in her celebration by Bullock, Williams, King and the crowd of fans, who were decked out in all kinds of witch attire, from those who donned the traditional pointed hats and black robes to those simply sporting Practical Magic tees. — Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Aug. 2026

Verb

Guests can relax post-shower (or post-tub) in Guayabera robes custom-made by Dos Carolinas, and enjoy treats from the Ice Box, including local beer, farmers market provisions, and the makings for the world's best margarita. — Diana Oates, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Feb. 2026 Paula, similarly robed, figures that surely Sarah must have an explanation for breaking in. — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 12 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for robe

Recent Examples of Synonyms for robe

Noun

The new cloak is designed to accommodate arbitrary inner and outer shapes while operating omnidirectionally.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 29 July 2026
Just running around wearing cloaks, slinking into and out of castles, slicing the throats of all who cross her.

— Brian Grubb, Vulture, 27 July 2026

Definition of cloak

Verb

Designed around century-old oak trees, the home is clad in limestone and natural timber, reflecting the principles of organic modernism.

— Sandra Barrera, Daily News, 6 Aug. 2026
In its café, romantic classical tableaux adorn the walls; the banquettes are clad in amethyst velvet; and marble tiles are arranged in geometric patterns on the floor.

— Amy Bradford, Architectural Digest, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of clothe

Noun

The bride’s veil measured 39 feet, and her train became the longest ever worn at a British royal wedding.

— Eliza Prosperini, Vanity Fair, 4 Aug. 2026
Her post included a look at sketches and fabric samples on a workroom table, her veil displayed on a mannequin and a clip of the Miu Miu team doing a fitting with Blondeau.

— Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of veil

Verb

The bride also offered to make her childhood friend Celeste Sykes, who would act as the celebrant, an outfit, as well as dressing her sisters, her parents, her father- and brother-in-law, several more friends, and her groom.

— Jessica Salter, Vogue, 6 Aug. 2026
Aritzia's Pre-Fall Collection just launched with an emphasis on layering, ideal for dressing between seasons.

— ABC News, ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of dress

Noun

The trauma would remain buried beneath a heavy shroud of silence and shame, resurfacing only decades later—almost violently breaking through—during a hypnosis session.

— Olivier Bouchara, Vanity Fair, 24 July 2026
Like Penelope’s shroud, it is woven and unwoven, always becoming, never complete.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 21 July 2026

Definition of shroud

Verb

Hudson looked radiant in a jade green Giorgio Armani Privé gown with a plunging strapless bustier, peplum waist, and column skirt.

— Christina Perrier, InStyle, 4 Aug. 2026
The only exceptions to Black were when Zendaya wore an ivory Tamara Ralph gown to the London premiere, and a white and black Atelier Versace gown to the premiere in Shanghai, China.

— Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of gown

Noun

Set the scene On the second and last morning of my weekend at Winvian, a soft snow came upon the place and landed in a thin blanket.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Aug. 2026
The couples also received household items, including beds, mattresses, blankets, bed sheets and rugs.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of blanket

Verb

The night also saw modern iterations of court costumes from the 17th and 18th centuries.

— R. Daniel Foster, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Sessa is an attractive young man with Tony's impossibly lean physique, who looks good in every single piece of 1975-era costuming.

— Laurie Woolever, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Aug. 2026

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