FRIPPERY Synonyms: 85 Similar and Opposite Words

frippery

noun

ˈfri-p(ə-)rē

Definition of frippery

as in attire

dressy clothing dressed in their most elegant frippery for the big gala at the symphony

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

as in nothing

something of little importance socialites whose lives were almost entirely consumed by fripperies

Synonyms & Similar 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 frippery And if Ada Lovelace had stuck to the frippery of English society rather than seek to further her education in mathematics and other areas, Charles Babbage's analytical engine might not have advanced past being a calculator. — Brenda Looper, Arkansas Online, 4 Mar. 2026 In tonight’s episode, Aurora has more to worry about than mere frippery. — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 30 June 2025 Buying the Original marks you as a practical person who cares not for frippery. — Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 19 Apr. 2025 But who has time for all of that frippery, anyway, when war’s a-comin’? — Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 20 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for frippery

Recent Examples of Synonyms for frippery

Noun

Traditional Afghan attire always included the hijab, which Ayesha says helps to maintain modesty.

— Mark Sappenfield, Christian Science Monitor, 14 Aug. 2026
The intricate patterns used to fill the bodies could indicate ceremonial or formal attire of some sort.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of attire

Noun

While CinemaCon 2026 brought us exciting news about new films, it was also bogged down with status quo nothings about how Amazon MGM still hasn’t found a new James Bond.

— Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2026
When Dana, who, like Virginia, had been successful in writing pleasant but undistinguished nothings—in her case, songs for Billy Rose’s revues—decided to try taking on more serious music by studying with Boulanger, Virginia entered a deep downward spiral.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 7 Jan. 2026

Definition of nothing

Noun

Splurging on finery here even extends to exhausted parents — Makie also has designs for adults.

— New York Times, New York Times, 31 July 2026
While George favors blue suits over the gray ones that dominated a young William’s wardrobe, the royal relatives still look alike when they’re dressed in their formal finery.

— Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 22 July 2026

Definition of finery

Noun

Spain’s shrewdness came in their refusal to engage with off-the-ball trivialities.

— Adam Crafton, New York Times, 20 July 2026
After debuting in 2007, The Big Bang Theory entertained viewers with the everyday trivialities and obsessions of friends who work in science.

— Lincee Ray, Entertainment Weekly, 15 June 2026

Definition of triviality

Noun

Throughout the day, visitors can see Birds and Exotics of the World, Pirates Dinner Adventure, Wild Garden Bellydance, MacSilver’s Irish Pirates and, finally, the costume contest on the main stage.

— Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Aug. 2026
Just ask the guy running around Westwood in a literal bear costume earlier this week.

— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of costume

Noun

Hence the enduring agency, admittedly fainter in reproduction, of evil eyes reproduced on martial regalia to this day.

— Jan Tumlir, Artforum, 5 Aug. 2026
During the latest episode of the Happy Sad Confused podcast, the Marvel star shared how he’d been surprised by a random visit from Avengers costar Anthony Mackie, who appeared on the Brand New Day set in full Captain America regalia.

— Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 30 July 2026

Definition of regalia

Noun

The range is also leveraged for licensing in categories like apparel, health and beauty and home décor.

— Matt Donnelly, Variety, 14 Aug. 2026
Sales were driven by Europe, which saw strong running apparel sales, as well as regions that include Greater China, North America, and Southeast and South Asia.

— Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of apparel

Browse Nearby Words

fripperies

frippery

frisk

See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

Style

“Frippery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frippery. Accessed 21 Aug. 2026.

Copy Citation

Synonyms of frippery

noun

Example Sentences

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

rigmarole

Popular in Grammar & Usage

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

How to Pronounce the Trickiest Menu Items

'A' or 'an'? What about before 'h'? An Indefinite Article Guide

Do you 'say your piece' or 'say your peace'?

Why is '-ed' sometimes pronounced at the end of a word?

Popular in Wordplay

Words from the 'Odyssey'

The Longest Long Words List

Even More Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

12 Lovely and Unusual Words for the Natural World

Why do we 'bury the lede?'

Popular

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

Words from the 'Odyssey'

The Longest Long Words List

Games & Quizzes