Definitions

loose-fitting

[loos-fit-ing] / ˈlusˈfɪt ɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

comfortable

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appropriate complacent convenient cozy easy enjoyable happy healthy loose pleasant pleased relaxed satisfying serene snug soft useful warm

WEAK

adequate agreeable at rest cared for cheerful contented delightful enjoying gratified hale hearty made well protected relaxing relieved rested restful restored satisfactory sheltered snug as a bug in a rug soothed strengthened untroubled well-off

Antonyms

STRONGEST

cold cool disagreeable dissatisfied hard strict troubled uncomfortable unfriendly unhappy unpleasant unsuited

WEAK

destitute discontented hopeless miserable needy neglected pitiable poor upset wretched

Example Sentences

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Maduro, 63 years old, wore loose-fitting, tan jail garb and his legs were shackled.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Italian brand Zegna paired structured jackets with loose-fitting trousers in natural tones of green and terracotta, while Tod's showcased leather jackets lined with cashmere.

From Barron's • Jan. 19, 2026

Officials urge travelers to keep open wounds clean and covered, avoid insect bites, and wear hats, loose-fitting long-sleeved shirts and pants, socks, and insect repellents registered by the Environmental Protection Agency as effective.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 17, 2025

Many schools relax their uniform rules, encouraging children and young people to ditch the blazers and tie and opt for light coloured, loose-fitting, cotton clothing or PE kits.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2025

His shirt was full-sleeved and the loose-fitting trousers were pushed into the tops of high leather boots.

From "The Devil's Arithmetic" by Jane Yolen

loose-fitting

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