apparel
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /əˈpærəl/
KK: /əˈpɛrəl/
noun
Definition
Clothing or garments that people wear, especially outer clothing.
Example
She bought new apparel for the winter season.
Conversation
Have you seen the new apparel line at the mall?
Yeah, I checked it out last weekend; it looks amazing!
I want to grab a few pieces before they sell out.
Definitely do it — the styles are really trendy right now.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
clothing
garb
attire
Antonyms
nudity
exposure
bare
transitive verb
Definition
To dress someone or something in clothing or accessories.
Example
She decided to apparel her doll in a beautiful dress.
Tense Forms
Past: appareled
Past Participle: appareled
Conversation
Have you seen the new store that sells eco-friendly apparel?
Yeah, I heard they have some really cool designs.
I want to apparel myself in something stylish yet sustainable.
Root Explanation
Apparel originates from Old French 'apariel' (meaning equipment or dress), which is derived from the verb 'aparier' (meaning to prepare or equip). The word 'apparel' refers to clothing or attire that is prepared for wearing.
Memory Tip
Think of 'equipment' or 'dress' in Old French — that's why 'apparel' means clothing or attire.
Visually Confused Words
reapparel
sappare
parel
misapparel
disapparel
rapparee
appearer