garment
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈɡɑːrmənt/
KK: /ˈɡɑːrmənt/
noun
Definition
A piece of clothing that is worn on the body.
Example
She bought a beautiful garment for the party.
Conversation
I just bought a new garment for the party this weekend.
Oh really? What does it look like?
It's a beautiful dress, very elegant and colorful.
That sounds perfect! I can't wait to see it.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
attire
clothing
apparel
Antonyms
nudity
exposure
bare
transitive verb
Definition
A piece of clothing that is worn on the body.
Example
She wore a beautiful garment to the party.
Tense Forms
Past: garmented
Past Participle: garmented
Conversation
I love how you always garment yourself so stylishly.
Thanks! I enjoy picking out outfits that express my personality.
Do you think I should try to garment myself more boldly?
Root Explanation
Garment originates from Old French 'garment' (meaning clothing or attire), which itself comes from the verb 'garmenter' (meaning to dress). The word refers to an item of clothing or attire worn on the body.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old French word for clothing, 'garment', to remember that a garment is simply an item of clothing.
Visually Confused Words
ungarment
regarment
engarment
varment
sarment
gayment
armet
arent