Definition

Describing clothing that fits closely to the shape of the body, often emphasizing the body's curves.

Example

She wore a formfitting dress that highlighted her figure.

Conversation

I just bought this new dress, and it's really formfitting.

Oh, that sounds cute! Is it comfortable?

Yeah, it hugs my body perfectly without being too tight.

Nice! A formfitting dress can really show off your shape.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Formfitting → It is formed from "form" (from Latin "forma", meaning shape or appearance) and "fitting" (from Old English "fittan", meaning to fit or adjust). The word "formfitting" describes something that is designed to fit closely to the shape of the body or object.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'form' meaning shape, and 'fitting' meaning to adjust — together, they describe something that adjusts closely to a shape.

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