wrinkleproof
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Definition
Adjective: 1. Resistant to wrinkling: Describes a fabric or material that has been treated or manufactured in such a way that it does not develop wrinkles or creases easily, maintaining a smooth appearance with minimal care.
Usage
The adjective "wrinkleproof" is used directly before a noun to describe the property of the fabric. * It is ideal for describing clothing, linens, or other textile items designed for convenience and low maintenance. * It is a compound adjective formed from "wrinkle" + "proof."
Examples
- For travel, I always pack wrinkleproof shirts and trousers.
- This suit is made from a wrinkleproof blend, so it looks sharp straight out of a suitcase.
- Many modern dress shirts are advertised as being wrinkleproof.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used in a more figurative, though less common, sense to describe something metaphorically smooth or resistant to "wrinkles" (problems).
- Their plan was remarkably wrinkleproof, surviving several unexpected challenges.
Variants and Related Words
- Wrinkle-resistant (adj.): A more common synonym with the same meaning. ("Wrinkle-resistant" is often preferred in formal product descriptions.)
- Non-iron (adj.): Specifically describes garments that do not require ironing, a property closely associated with being wrinkleproof.
- Crease-resistant (adj.): Very similar in meaning, often used interchangeably with "wrinkle-resistant."
Synonyms
- Crease-resistant
- Wrinkle-resistant
- Easy-care
- Non-iron (context-specific)
Antonyms
- Wrinkle-prone
- Creasable
- Delicate (in terms of care)
Adjective
- of fabric that does not wrinkle easily