Subfusc

Pronunciation: /ˈsʌbfəsk/

Subfusc (adjective)

  1. describing clothing that is dark and plain, often worn for formal events.
  2. having a dark, serious, or gloomy look or feel.

Examples

  • The students wore subfusc attire for the ceremony.
  • Subfusc garments are often required for formal events.

Common collocations: subfusc attire, wear subfusc, subfusc garments, subfusc look, subfusc demeanor

Synonyms of Subfusc

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Subfusc

  • describing light or color
  • describing intensity of color