flouncier; flounciest
: flouncing or having a tendency to flounce
Summer gathered her handbag, swung the cardigan half of her heather-colored sweater set around her shoulders, and with that flouncy walk she'd had since childhood … sashayed past us, shaking her head disgustedly all the way.—
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flouncier; flounciest
: decorated with a flounce or flounces
The French influence was pervasive. Seven women chefs wore matching, flouncy cancan out-fits …—Thomas Matthews
Thomas MatthewsExamples of flouncy in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebMerrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 29 July 2024
This flouncy number from Dokotoo is our top choice for the summer because the loose, flowy mini skirt is forgiving and breezy, while slightly puffed sleeves add volume and personality to this simple dress.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 2024
Light, airy tops are a casual essential for summer’s searing temperatures, and a flouncy neckline lends a dressier vibe.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 11 July 2024
Even the uniforms, designed by cult clothing company Egg—all corduroy, linens and flouncy blouses—are refreshingly unexpected.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Dec. 2023
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Adjective
From flouncy exercise dresses and skorts to functional hiking pants and shorts, these wardrobe must-haves will make even the hottest days feel more bearable.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 29 July 2024
This flouncy number from Dokotoo is our top choice for the summer because the loose, flowy mini skirt is forgiving and breezy, while slightly puffed sleeves add volume and personality to this simple dress.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 2024
Light, airy tops are a casual essential for summer’s searing temperatures, and a flouncy neckline lends a dressier vibe.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 11 July 2024
Even the uniforms, designed by cult clothing company Egg—all corduroy, linens and flouncy blouses—are refreshingly unexpected.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Dec. 2023
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“Flouncy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flouncy. Accessed 19 Aug. 2024.
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