Definition

A style of dress that fits closely to the body and flares out at the bottom, often designed for formal occasions.

Example

She wore a beautiful princess dress to the ball.

Conversation

I saw a beautiful dress in the store that looked so princess-like.

That sounds lovely! Was it really fancy?

Yes, it had a flowing skirt and a fitted bodice, just like a princess dress.

You should definitely try it on; I bet it would look amazing on you!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A woman who is part of a royal family, often the daughter of a king or queen, and has a noble status.

Example

The princess wore a beautiful gown to the royal ball.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new movie where the princess saves the kingdom?

Yes! I love when stories have strong female characters.

Exactly! It’s so refreshing to see a princess taking charge.

Root Explanation

Princess → It is formed from "prince" (from Old French *prince*, meaning chief or ruler) and the suffix "-ess" (meaning female). The word "princess" refers to a female chief or ruler, typically the daughter of a king.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'prince' as a male ruler, and when you add '-ess' to indicate female, you get a 'princess', which means a female ruler.

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