CHIFFON Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

chiffon

adjective

Definition of chiffon

as in slick

Related Words

Relevance

Dissimilar Words

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of chiffon There were chiffon dresses that gave a nod to the 1920s with their drop waists. — Blue Carreon, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025 Even at this year’s Grammys, musician Gracie Abrams donned a chiffon Chanel veil for the ceremony’s red carpet. — Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 30 June 2025 Mango chiffon dress $140 MANGO With a flattering V-neckline, ruched detailing, and delicate ruffles, this dress exudes romance. — Caroline Griswold, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2025 The more feminine look has been also expressed by full leather or full knitwear sets paired with lace or chiffon dresses or tops. — Rhonda Richford, WWD, 12 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for chiffon

Recent Examples of Synonyms for chiffon

Adjective

That calculation is pushing retail technology toward fitting-room innovation rather than slick checkout flows alone.

— Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 8 Oct. 2026
It’s paired with a blend of lightweight sunflower, olive, and jojoba oils that melt down makeup, sunscreen, and excess sebum without leaving skin feeling slick or weighed down.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of slick

Adjective

Try a cider flight to experience several of Seminary Hill’s delicate and impressive ciders which range from semi-dry to dry and from still to sparkling.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026
But Democrats don’t have to share the spotlight with the president, so their balancing acts are not as delicate as those confronting their Republican opponents.

— Julio Borquez, The Conversation, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of delicate

Adjective

Thinner fibers would allow researchers to embed more sensing elements into garments, potentially capturing finer details of body movement.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026
The new songs on Live at Carnegie Hall are some of Winter’s very finest.

— Walden Green, Pitchfork, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of fine

Browse Nearby Words

chieftainships

chiffon

chignon

See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

Style

“Chiffon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chiffon. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

Copy Citation

Synonyms of chiffon

adjective

Example Sentences

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

More from Merriam-Webster on chiffon

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

inscrutable

Popular in Grammar & Usage

Do You Need a New Language Peeve?

The Exceptions of '-s' and '-es' Plurals

Merriam-Webster’s Great Big List of Words You Love to Hate

Is it 'nerve-racking' or 'nerve-wracking'?

What's the difference between 'fascism' and 'socialism'?

Popular in Wordplay

The Real Origin of 'Supercalifragilistic'

9 Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

7 Words for Bad Endings and Rough Situations

The Words of the Week - Oct. 9

Even More Bird Names that Sound Like Insults (and Sometimes Are)

Popular

Do You Need a New Language Peeve?

The Real Origin of 'Supercalifragilistic'

9 Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

Games & Quizzes