fit like a glove
Snug and exact
To fit like a glove is to fit perfectly, conforming exactly to shape or requirements.
The phrase usually describes clothing that hugs the body precisely: The tailored jacket fit like a glove.
It extends to anything ideally suited: The job fits her like a glove.
Perfectly correct, no deviation
- accurateConforming to fact
- preciseExactly correct, no error
- meticulousShowing extreme attention to detail
- perfectWithout any flaw
calibrated · measured · refined · sharp · detailed · exacting · fine-tuned · spot-on
Agreement or musical blend
- synergyCombined effect exceeding components
- complementaryMutually supplying lacks
- alignedArranged in proper position
- compatibleAble to work together
suited · well-matched · synchrony · rapport · affinity · correspondence · congruent · tailor-made
Made to individual specifications
- custom-madeMade to individual order
- made-to-measureCustom-crafted to specifications
- tailoredAdjusted to fit exactly
- alterationsChanges made to something
seamstress · tailor · couturier · dressmaker · sartorial · measurements · garment · pattern
exact
Perfectly correct, no deviation
- accurateConforming to fact
- preciseExactly correct, no error
- meticulousShowing extreme attention to detail
perfect · calibrated · measured · refined · sharp · detailed · exacting · fine-tuned · spot-on · dead-on
harmony
Agreement or musical blend
- synergyCombined effect exceeding components
- complementaryMutually supplying lacks
- alignedArranged in proper position
compatible · suited · well-matched · synchrony · rapport · affinity · correspondence · congruent · tailor-made
bespoke
Made to individual specifications
- custom-madeMade to individual order
- made-to-measureCustom-crafted to specifications
- tailoredAdjusted to fit exactly
alterations · seamstress · tailor · couturier · dressmaker · sartorial · measurements · garment · pattern · stitching
conform
Behave as expected
envelop · contour · molded · sculpted · skin-tight · sleek · sheath · wrap · adhere · grip
cozy
Warm and snug
- snugComfortably close-fitting
- comfortablePhysically at ease
- cushionedMade softer or gentler
soft · relaxed · ease · welcoming · nestled · warm · secure · natural · effortless · unforced
- clothing idiomsdressed to the nines, dressed to kill, wear the pants, caught with pants down, at the drop of a hat
fit like a gloveill-suited
Not appropriate for
mismatched · out of place · like a fish out of water · incompatible · unsuitable
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