Find Synonyms

smock Synonyms

Another word for smock

Choosing another word for smock depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
JUMP TO:

• noun (Context 1)

A loose, lightweight overgarment worn to protect one's clothing while working or engaged in messy tasks.

Usage Example

"The artist put on a paint-splattered pinafore before starting her new canvas."

Strong
pinafore
apron
overall
Weak
frock

• noun (Context 2)

A loose dress, blouse, or tunic typically worn by women or children, often featuring gathered or pleated fabric.

Usage Example

"The child wore a white cotton tunic embroidered with tiny flowers."

Strong
tunic
frock
shift
Weak
chemise

• verb (Context 3)

To gather or pucker fabric and secure it with decorative stitches to create a tight, stretchy honeycomb pattern.

Usage Example

"She carefully smocked the bodice of the dress with pink silk thread."

Strong
gather
shirr
pleat
ruche
pucker

• Nearby Words

smithers
smithing
smitten
smock
smocking
smog
smoggy

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Smock. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/smock
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.