loungers

noun

plural of lounger
1
as in sofas

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as in idlers

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for loungers
  1. sofas
  2. loafers
  3. lounges
  4. slouches
  5. couches
  6. settees
  7. divans
  8. chesterfields
Noun
  • If sofas are staying, the discretionary dollars have to go somewhere.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Sit indoors among the sleek black and white marble interiors or, weather permitting, head outside to the garden nestled into the courtyard outfitted with pastel armchairs and sofas among the climbing ivy and leafy potted plants.
    — Jaclyn DeGiorgio, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of sofas
Noun
  • The New Prep A sweater vest is always going to look good with preppy signatures like khakis pants, loafers, or a button-down shirt.
    — Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 24 Oct. 2026
  • There are waterproof Sorel boots for rainy-day exploring, classic Adidas sneakers for casual outfits, and plenty of polished options, from slingback flats and ballet flats to easy slip-on loafers.
    — Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of loafers
Noun
  • His blueprint called for converting a trio of bedrooms into lounges.
    — Lauren Mechling, Architectural Digest, 29 Oct. 2026
  • The three-level home includes several entertaining areas, a cocktail bar designed by Willy Rizzo in 1971, a club room, a custom kitchen, two family lounges, a games area, and a cinema.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of lounges
Noun
  • The Indians are no slouches on the defensive side either with Sedrick Marsh (Kansas State), linebacker Carmelo Clawson and safety JayQuan Snell (Texas A&M).
    — Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Nobody slouches in a great suit like West, and nobody scowls in a gorgeous coat like Miller.
    — Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of slouches
Noun
  • The PrinceDeco Stretch Sofa Slipcover is built for oversized couches, with an ultra-stretchy fabric that covers deep seats and wide arms without a struggle.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2026
  • My accommodations unfolded in a graceful series of rooms with couches, a four-poster bed, and a dual-vanity bathroom.
    — Samantha Falewée, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of couches
Noun
  • The structure can range from settees or high-back silhouettes with a perch for a little tête-à-tête, posh bouclé love seats, structural chaise lounges (just ask Emma Chamberlain), and mini sofas that double as sleepers.
    — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 4 June 2026
  • With vintage styles trending this year, designers are loving pieces like settees that have lived-in character to make rooms feel more inviting.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 23 May 2026
Definition of settees
Noun
  • We weren’t permitted to sit on these divans and chaises, much less eat anywhere near them.
    — Josh Miller, Southern Living, 21 Feb. 2026
  • Magpie interior designer Lorenzo Castillo is behind the menagerie of antique toby jugs, propeller fans, tapestries, and Turkish silk divans in shades of red and blue.
    — Stephanie Rafanelli, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 May 2023
Definition of divans
Noun
  • Avoid overstuffed recliners, chesterfields, and cloud sofas.
    — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 12 Jan. 2026
Definition of chesterfields
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