Definition

Clothing or attire, especially those associated with a particular occasion or profession.

Example

The judge wore the traditional habiliments of his office during the ceremony.

Conversation

What do you think about the habiliment they wear at the festival?

I think it really adds to the atmosphere and makes it more festive.

Yeah, it's interesting how the habiliment reflects the culture of the place.

Absolutely! It’s like a visual story of their traditions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Habiliment → It is formed from "habilis" (meaning able or suitable) and the suffix "-ment" (indicating the result of an action or process). The word refers to clothing or garments that are suitable for a particular purpose or activity.

Memory Tip

Think of 'suitable' ('habilis') clothing that is the result of a process ('-ment') — that's what habiliment means.

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