dressed down 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of dressed downnext
as in informal

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dressed down

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verb

past tense of dress down
as in scolded
to criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings dressed down for boorish behavior at the dance

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dressed down
  1. informal
  2. everyday
  3. casual
  4. criticized
Adjective
  • Hint #5: The correct answer can describe an informal language.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
  • Then comes an informal beauty pageant to select the finest turkey in the land.
    Kendra Nordin Beato, The Christian Science Monitor, 26 Nov. 2024
Definition of informal
Adjective
  • There’s no shortage of safety essentials on Amazon right now, and much of it is deeply discounted to make both your solo adventures and everyday life safer and more peaceful.
    Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 30 Nov. 2024
  • This 10-inch everyday pan is scratch-resistant and safe for both oven and dishwasher use.
    Emily Farris, Bon Appétit, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of everyday
Adjective
  • As with a tombstone in the mergers-and-acquisitions business, there is an insider lingua franca that casual followers wouldn’t know.
    Jordan Michelman, The Atlantic, 21 Nov. 2024
  • This strap offers a sporty and casual appearance, ensuring maximum comfort during physical activities and contributing to the watch's ultra-lightweight design (total weight with this strap: 49.5 grams).
    Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of casual
Verb
  • Thao, the first Hmong American mayor to lead a major American city, was criticized shortly after taking office for letting go of a police chief and taking months to replace him.
    Kimmy Yam, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
  • Earlier Monday, Musk criticized comedian Dana Carvey’s portrayal of him on the most recent episode.
    David Ingram, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
Definition of criticized
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dressed down

dressed up

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