overdressed

[US]/ˌəʊvəˈdrɛst/
[UK]/ˌoʊvərˈdrɛst/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

vt.to dress too formally or elaborately
vi.to wear clothes that are too formal or elaborate
n.an outer garment
v.to make someone or oneself wear clothing that is too formal or elaborate

Phrases & Collocations

overdressed for dinner

overdressed for work

overdressed for school

overdressed in winter

overdressed at work

overdressed for lunch

overdressed for summer

Example Sentences

she felt overdressed for the casual dinner party.

he was overdressed in a tuxedo at the beach wedding.

many guests were overdressed for the laid-back event.

she realized she was overdressed compared to her friends.

he always tends to be overdressed for simple outings.

it's better to be overdressed than underdressed for an interview.

she was overdressed for the movie night with friends.

he didn't mind being overdressed at the informal gathering.

overdressed for the occasion, she felt out of place.

some people enjoy being overdressed to make an impression.

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