nightie

Bedtime slip garment

A nightie is a woman's or girl's nightgown—a loose, lightweight garment worn for sleeping.

The word is informal and slightly diminutive, suggesting something simple or dainty rather than elaborate: She padded to the kitchen in her nightie.

Also spelled nighty.

garment

negligee

Sheer woman's dressing gown

peignoir · slip · camisole · nightshirt · sleepshirt · loungewear · lingerie · robe · teddy · muumuu

feminine

lace

Open-weave ornamental fabric

soft · sheer · floaty · pastel · floral · embroidery · ribbon · ruffles · boudoir · girlish

sensual

seduction

Enticing someone romantically

desire · passion · enticement · flirtation · honeymoon · boudoir · sheer · revealing · slinky · silky

bedtime

sleep

Recurring unconscious repose

  • slumberLight, restful unconsciousness
  • restCessation of activity
  • pillowBedding for heads

bed · dreams · tucking in · moonlight · nightstand · bedroom · evening · retiring · drowsy

comfort

cozy

Warm and snug

warm · relaxing · lounging · cotton · flannel · plush · snuggly · oversized · breathable · lightweight

Categories
Opposites
time of wear

nightiedaywear

Clothing for daytime hours

sundress · streetwear · business suit · day dress · work clothes

formality/context of dress

nightieevening gown

Woman's floor-length formal dress

ball gown · formal dress · business suit · tuxedo · cocktail dress

coverage and structure

nightiesuit of armor

Articulated metal body covering

overcoat · parka · snowsuit · hazmat suit · wetsuit

Phrases
Family

night, nighttime, overnight, nightgown, nightdress, nighty, nighties

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG