Definition

The most formal or elegant in style or appearance.

Example

She wore her dressiest outfit to the wedding.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Are you going to the wedding this weekend?

Yes, I can't wait! I need to find my dressiest outfit for it.

I think you should wear that new blue dress you got.

Good idea! It's definitely my dressiest option.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dressiest → It is formed from "dress" (from Old French *drecier*, meaning to arrange or put in order) and the suffix "-iest" (meaning most). The word "dressiest" means the most arranged or formal in appearance, typically referring to clothing.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dressing' as arranging your clothes nicely, and '-iest' means the most. So, 'dressiest' refers to the most formal or arranged clothing.

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