bebuttoned

/bɛbʌtənd/

Definitions

1. verb

past tense of button, to be dressed in formal attire, especially with a buttonhole on the waistcoat or a tie.

“He was bebuttoned for the wedding, looking very elegant.”

2. adjective

describing someone who is formally dressed, especially with a buttonhole on the waistcoat or a tie.

“The bebuttoned gentleman entered the ballroom.”

Synonyms

  • attired
  • dressed

Antonyms

  • disheveled
  • undressed