Basic Details
Word: Georgette
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A lightweight, crinkled fabric often made from silk or polyester, used for dresses and blouses.
Synonyms: Silk, chiffon, organza
Antonyms: Denim, canvas, wool
Idioms and Phrases
- Silk and georgette: Refers to something elegant and sophisticated. Example: "She wore a dress of silk and georgette to the gala, turning heads everywhere."
- Like a georgette dress: Used to describe something that is lightweight and delicate. Example: "Her laughter was light and free, like a georgette dress fluttering in the breeze."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The lace overlay on the georgette dress added a touch of elegance to her appearance.
Example 2: For the summer wedding, she chose a georgette blouse paired with a flowy skirt.
Example 3: Georgette fabric is popular among fashion designers because it drapes beautifully.
Fun Fact
Georgette fabric was named after the French dressmaker Georgette de la Plante, who popularised it in the early 20th century. Its crinkled texture comes from the way it is woven.
Famous Quote
"Fashion is the armour to survive the reality of everyday life." Bill Cunningham
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "georgette" mean?
a) A type of heavy fabric
b) A lightweight fabric
c) A kind of painting
d) A type of food
Answer: b) A lightweight fabric
2. Which of these is a synonym of "georgette"?
a) Denim
b) Chiffon
c) Canvas
d) Wool
Answer: b) Chiffon
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "georgette"?
a) Organza
b) Silk
c) Denim
d) Chiffon
Answer: c) Denim
4. Which sentence uses "georgette" correctly?
a) The georgette fabric was too heavy for summer wear.
b) She wore a beautiful georgette dress to the party.
c) The georgette dress was made out of denim.
d) Georgette is a type of fruit.
Answer: b) She wore a beautiful georgette dress to the party.
5. What does the idiom "like a georgette dress" imply?
a) Something that is heavy and thick.
b) Something that is lightweight and delicate.
c) Something that is cheap and easily torn.
d) Something that is made of wool.
Answer: b) Something that is lightweight and delicate.
