RED-CARPET Synonyms: 110 Similar and Opposite Words

red-carpet

adjective

Definition of red-carpet

as in ceremonial

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Recent Examples of red-carpet Meyer and Ogunlesi reportedly began their romance in the summer of 2023 and made their relationship red-carpet official at the Baby2Baby Gala later that fall. — Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2026 Pugh, who has been delighting in a particularly romantic streak of red-carpet dressing of late, wore a gown from Wiederhoeft’s spring 2027 collection, styled by longtime collaborator Rebecca Corbin-Murray. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2026 Related The split comes only months after Kelly and Reynolds made their red-carpet debut as a couple at the 2026 Museum of Contemporary Art Gala in Los Angeles on May 30. — Alicia Urrea, Billboard, 7 Oct. 2026 Mikey Madison embraced a bolder side of her red-carpet style in a shimmering Vivienne Westwood gown. — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for red-carpet

Recent Examples of Synonyms for red-carpet

Adjective

While the post is primarily ceremonial, the direct election gives the president greater political authority.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2026
During Friday’s Game 1, the MLB and the MCU teamed up for a special preview of the upcoming movie, in which Pedro Pascal’s Mister Fantastic takes the mound for the ceremonial first pitch to Joseph Quinn’s Human Torch.

— Glenn Garner, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of ceremonial

Adjective

It is celebrated with a ceremonious parade that features a cavalcade of men dressed in Roman soldier costumes, evoking a sense of solemn thanksgiving and spiritual devotion.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
The ones named Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion by the judges make a ceremonious visit at the end of the day to the Brown Palace Hotel and Spa in downtown Denver.

— Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 21 Jan. 2026

Definition of ceremonious

Adjective

From polished and ladylike to more relaxed and directional, the skirt felt like the foundation of the spring wardrobe, signaling a shift toward more intentional, feminine dressing.

— Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
The ladylike shoes, also known as ballet pumps, have taken on new life as a runway and celebrity favorite in recent years.

— India Roby, Glamour, 21 July 2026

Definition of ladylike

Adjective

Abrams, meanwhile, continues to straddle the fence in gentlemanly fashion.

— Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2026
There’s still plenty to enjoy in West’s plummy and gentlemanly performance; both Miller and West, in fact, are aces at oozing posh resentment, and, to the show’s advantage, they have both been caught in tabloid relationship drama of their own.

— Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of gentlemanly

Adjective

Raves for Montana Levi Blanco’s lush costumes in the courtly, Elizabethan style could be overheard around the table, and rightfully so; their opulence and sick glamour struck the perfect note for the depravity of the piece’s villainous couple.

— Christopher Barnard, Vogue, 23 Sep. 2026
Playing Edward as the courtly and compassionate polar-opposite of his awful sister Fanny, MacKay brings a gentle diffidence that syncs beautifully with Edgar-Jones’ delicate reserve.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 21 Sep. 2026