Antonyms for trappings
ˈtræp ɪŋztrap·pings

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1. trappings

   Harness was formerly used of the armor of a knight as well as of a horse; it is now used almost exclusively of the straps and appurtenances worn by a horse when attached to a vehicle; the animal is said to be "kind in harness." The other words apply to the ornamental outfit of a horse, especially under saddle. We speak also of the accouterments of a soldier. Caparison is used rarely and somewhat slightingly, and trappings quite contemptuously, for showy human apparel. Compare ARMS; DRESS.

   Synonyms:
   accouterments, caparison, harness, housings

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1. • Accessory

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1. furnishing, trappingsnoun

   (usually plural) accessory wearing apparel

   Synonyms:
   furnishing

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1. trappingsnoun

   Synonyms:
   decorations, paraphernalia, frippery, gear, rigging, ornaments, caparisons, accouterments

How to use trappings in a sentence?

1. William Barr:

   One of the ironies, as some have observed, is that the secular project has itself become a religion, pursued with religious fervor. It is taking on all the trappings of a religion – including inquisitions and excommunication. Those who defy the creed risk a figurative burning at the stake – social, educational, and professional ostracism and exclusion waged through lawsuits and savage social media campaigns.

2. Andrea Leone:

   We need to make international films like Garrone's and Sorrentino's. They have all the trappings of international cinema, we need to start to export our films, just like they did in the golden years of our cinema.

3. Lincoln Project adviser Kurt Bardella:

   Now that we see more activity from the White House, they’re coming up against a narrative that was painted by other people, and it becomes a little bit more challenging to stem that tide, every network would give him time if he asked for it… He needs to use the trappings of the presidency.

4. Charlie Watts:

   Because I’m not really a rock star, i don’t have all the trappings of that. Having said that, I do have four vintage cars and can’t drive the bloody things. I’ve never been interested in doing interviews or being seen.

5. Sir George Savile:

   In your clothes avoid too much gaudiness do not value yourself upon an embroidered gown and remember that a reasonable word, or an obliging look, will gain you more respect than all your fine trappings.

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