Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fustian
noun
/ˈfʌstʃən/
Definition
A type of thick, heavy fabric or cloth, often of luxurious quality.
Examples
- He wore a fustian suit, which was both heavy and stylish.
- The writer’s fustian prose was filled with grandiose language that overshadowed the simplicity of the story.
- In the past, fustian was often used in work clothing due to its durability.
Meaning
Fustian can refer to either a coarse cloth made from cotton, linen, or wool, or a style of writing or speech that is pompous and boastful.
Synonyms
- fabric
- cloth
- bombast
- grandiloquence
