gossamery

adjective

Definition of gossamerynext
1
as in fine
being of a material lacking in sturdiness or substance that gossamery dress should be washed gently by hand so it doesn't disintegrate

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2
as in fluffy
resembling air in lightness a gossamery feather floating on the breeze

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3
as in sheer
very thin and easy to see through use this gossamery cheesecloth to strain the liquid out of the cottage cheese

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gossamery
  1. fine
  2. fluffy
  3. sheer
  4. flimsy
  5. transparent
  6. fragile
  7. delicate
  8. insubstantial
Adjective
  • That was fine with Bronson, a construction company owner, who wanted tails.
    Christina Hall, Detroit Free Press, 21 Nov. 2024
  • Probably best known as the longtime Dior executive who developed its fine jewelry and watch division, Nicolas has also worked at Cartier and Sotheby’s before becoming general manager of Printemps’ flagship Haussmann store in 2021.
    Miles Socha, WWD, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of fine
Adjective
  • Gather around the enormous Christmas tree and turn your eyes toward the sky to witness fluffy foam flakes descend.
    Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2024
  • Your giftee can stay comfy on chilly mornings and throughout their post-shower routine in this fluffy bathrobe.
    Sara Coughlin, SELF, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of fluffy
Adjective
  • The non-sticky gloss offers a sheer wash of color and pairs nicely with lipstick or liner.
    Annie Blackman, Allure, 29 Nov. 2024
  • The sheer volume of material astonished even those familiar with state paranoia.
    Jonathon Keats, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of sheer
Adjective
  • The black bistro-style handles felt sophisticated (and matched my glossy black dishes), but the materials were cheap, and within a year or two, those cool handles had separated from the flimsy stainless steel.
    Emily Farris, Bon Appétit, 29 Oct. 2024
  • The best house shoes for women are hardly limited to fluffy, flimsy slippers—there are clogs, sturdy indoor-outdoor options, and slides that’ll keep you comfy while tackling your chores, grabbing the mail, or relaxing with your favorite comfort show.
    Sara Coughlin, SELF, 28 Oct. 2024
Definition of flimsy
Adjective
  • Cover up on the top half and let transparent details poke out from underneath.
    Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 20 Nov. 2024
  • O’Hara’s text has a sitcom patter to it with transparent laugh lines that feel almost like Neil Simon with more atmospheric profanity.
    Sara Holdren, Vulture, 18 Nov. 2024
Definition of transparent
Adjective
  • And before temperatures dip to single digits, the cranberry bogs will have to be flooded to keep the fragile buds from drying out.
    Elaine Quijano, CBS News, 27 Nov. 2024
  • This point of contention has already threatened the fragile peace.
    Alexander Smith, NBC News, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of fragile
Adjective
  • From ‘no word for art’ to one of Indian Country’s biggest industries At the Heard Museum in Phoenix last March, artists unloaded beadwork and baskets, paintings, pottery and photography, jewelry, stone and wood sculptures, textiles and delicate works in glass.
    Debra Utacia Krol, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Emotionally taxing but relieved by passages of cathartic beauty, grace and even humor, this IDFA competition entry deserves delicate handling from discerning specialist distributors, though a lengthy festival run beckons first.
    Guy Lodge, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of delicate
Adjective
  • If those arguments appear insubstantial, the jury verdict and injunction should stand.
    Alden Abbott, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
  • Not insubstantial, but easily affordable for Tepper, who’s worth roughly $20 billion.
    Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 14 June 2024
Definition of insubstantial
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