Synonyms for "clothes"
6 kid-friendly synonyms for clothes, sorted by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-8).
What does "clothes" mean?
The word clothes is a noun that means: the things people wear, like shirts and pants.
Example: "Put your clothes on."
Grade 3–5Stronger words for clothes
For elementary writers ready to add precision and variety to their vocabulary:
Grade 6–8Middle-school vocabulary for clothes
Tier 2 academic alternatives — useful for essays, persuasive writing, and standardized tests:
FAQ — synonyms for clothes
What is a good synonym for clothes in a kid's writing?
For K-2 writers, try clothing. For older students, "clothing" reads more naturally in school writing.
How many synonyms does clothes have?
We list 6 grade-appropriate synonyms for clothes across three reading levels. Adults' thesauruses include dozens more, but most aren't useful for K-8 vocabulary.
Is clothes a noun, verb, or adjective?
In this entry, clothes is used as a noun.
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