Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
starched
Adjective
/stɑːrtʃt/
Definition
Made stiff or firm by the application of starch.
Examples
- She wore a starched white shirt to the interview.
- The tablecloth was starched for the dinner party, making it look elegant.
Meaning
Starched refers to clothes or fabrics that have been treated with starch, giving them a crisp feel and appearance. It can also describe something that is overly formal or stiff in manner.
Synonyms
- Stiffened
- Crinkled
- Firm
- Pressed
