FRILL Synonyms: 154 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

Definition of frill

as in edging

a strip of fabric gathered or pleated on one edge and used as trimming I just had to sew the frill onto the bottom of the skirt and the dress was finished

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as in luxury

something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary didn't get any food or drinks on the no-frills flight

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as in ornamentation

something that decorates or beautifies a birthday cake decorated with frills like edible glitter

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frill

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verb

as in to ribbon

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Recent Examples of frill

Noun

It’s also made with durability in mind thanks to the 100% cotton fabric and pine hardwood foundation, frills and all. — Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 6 Aug. 2026 No frills here—the Madewell Great style is a modern take on classic, Mary Jane ballet flats that won’t leave you with blisters. — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 3 Aug. 2026

Verb

Xavier's head coaching job has never been more attractive and brings with it frills like updates facilities, a great on-campus gym, one of college basketball's power conferences and an enviable TV deal. — Patrick Brennan, Cincinnati.com, 27 Mar. 2018 See All Example Sentences for frill

Recent Examples of Synonyms for frill

Noun

After spending eight hours Sunday cutting, edging, shredding, digging and ripping at things in the yard and in the garage, my advice to younger readers is to invest in high-quality tools.

— Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 24 Aug. 2026
The great diversity of forms available lend themselves to foundation plantings, edging and low hedges, as well as architectural accents and reliable container plantings.

— Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of edging

Noun

Enquiries for luxury Singapore properties from Chinese buyers also increased 35% in the first half from a year earlier, according to Juwai IQI.

— Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026
The Tates built an online empire by selling an image of extraordinary personal wealth through displays of sports cars, stacks of cash and luxury watches.

— Jonny Hallam, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of luxury

Verb

Mesquite and acacia trees ribbon the lower elevations, while Douglas firs and ponderosa pine line the upper reaches.

— Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2026
Eager to make connections with important people, Kapoor invited mayors to ribbon cuttings and doled outmore than $100,000 in campaign checks from corporate accounts, about half of which went to a political committee supporting a losing candidate in this November’s Miami Beach mayoral race.

— Sarah Blaskey, Miami Herald, 16 Dec. 2025

Definition of ribbon

Noun

It is anticipated that the new complex would include a wide range of amenities, further solidifying Palmares' reputation as a destination where golf is just the beginning.

— Jeff Goudy, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Are there any amenities available, or is this more of a DIY experience?

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of amenity

Noun

Dinosaur decorations plastered the area and shelves carried books like Pikachu’s First Friends, referring to the iconic yellow Pokémon character.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 30 Aug. 2026
Plenty of cat decorations are also seen alongside his wife’s work, such as trinkets in the office and pillows in one of the bedrooms.

— Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of decoration

Verb

Until recently, live streaming was seen as a niche technology and a scrappy alternative to mainstream media, meant mostly for video-game players and fringe political pundits.

— Brady Brickner-Wood, New Yorker, 12 Aug. 2026
Castelo Ventoso is up a long dirt track fringed with cork trees.

— Lucy Gillmore, Travel + Leisure, 30 July 2026

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