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ensemble

ensemble

26 5.6
A complete outfit of clothes with matching pieces
  • noun
  • /ɒnˈsɑːmbl/
: conjunto
  • For the gala, she chose an elegant ensemble that included a matching dress and coat.
  • complete the ensemble

So yeah, I think this little ensemble is definitely one to take.

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Examples

  • My mother helped me pick out the perfect ensemble.

  • Pack your lunch and pick out your work ensemble the night before.

    Blog text (32)
  • So yeah, I think this little ensemble is definitely one to take.

  • We'll get her an ensemble from top to bottom.

  • Depending on the occasion, for me, a hat can make my ensemble feel complete.

    Blog text (22)
  • So, what would you write about this charming ensemble in your column, Anne?

  • The white tone adds an element of surprise to her ensemble and keeps her looking fresh and fashion-forward.

    Blog text (5)
  • A translucent tank top in the same shade completed her ensemble.

    Fiction book (2002)
  • We put together some picture-worthy holiday ensembles using some of our favorites.

    Blog text (32)
  • The visitor is now drawn to an array of colorful patchwork ensembles presented on mannequins.

    Academic text (2002)

Synonyms

suit
vsensemble
∞ 1.0

A matching jacket and trousers worn for business or formal occasions

is less specific, covering any coordinated complete set beyond jacket combinations
outfit
vsensemble
571 1.1

A set of clothes and accessories worn for a particular occasion

focuses on coordinated matching of every piece
attire
vsensemble
  • Formal
53 4.3

Clothes for special or formal occasions, like a suit

emphasizes coordinated matching across all pieces rather than formality
suit of clothes
vsensemble
4 3.0

A set of matching clothes with a jacket and trousers or skirt

is broader, covering any coordinated full set not only jacket combinations
turnout
vsensemble
  • UK
3 7.1

A set of clothes worn for a particular occasion

is about complete matching of all pieces rather than occasion use

Antonyms

28 4.6

A state when things are untidy, especially hair or clothes

1 4.2

To put people or things together so they do not fit well

Idioms

tout ensemble
  • Formal
9.9

When you think about everything together

Compounds

tout ensemble
  • Formal
1 9.9

The overall look and feeling of a group of things together

How Coordinated

ensemble
26 5.6
mismatching
1 4.2

Surface Forms

ensemble singular
ensembles plural

Etymology

Ensemble comes from the French ensemble, which means 'together' and is like the English word assemble. So a fashion ensemble is a set of clothes chosen to go 'together' as one outfit.