well-dressed
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of well-dressed
First recorded in 1570–80
Example Sentences
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The well-dressed Senate aide next door, who asked me not to use his name for fear of upsetting his boss, hadn’t heard about Trump’s fascination with Florsheim.
From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026
Now the restaurant has become the epicenter of stylish downtowners coming uptown for opulent dinners where the restaurant’s regulars—older, well-dressed, celebratory—are part of the draw.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 15, 2025
A down-and-out man is approached by a mysterious, well-dressed figure who uses a simple kid’s game to test his want of money against his tolerance for pain and humiliation.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 28, 2025
Tai and Naiyahmi Yasharahyalah arrived at court day in, day out, well-dressed and looking smart, which is far cry from how they looked three years ago.
From BBC • Dec. 5, 2024
Her son Charles and a group of well-dressed ladies and one gentleman in a bow tie pushed their way forward with her.
From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein
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