What does nattier mean?
Nattier is the comparative form of the adjective natty. It describes someone or something that appears more neatly dressed, smarter, more stylish, or more carefully arranged. The word is especially common in informal British and US English when discussing clothing, grooming, or a neat and polished appearance. Saying that someone looks nattier usually carries a friendly, complimentary tone, suggesting that the person has made a noticeable improvement in style or neatness. It can also apply more broadly to a tidier or more tasteful arrangement of objects, as in describing a display or presentation as nattier. Nattier is normally used in comparisons and is more conversational and idiomatic than formal alternatives such as more elegant or more stylishly dressed.
adjectiveComparative of natty: more neatly, smartly, or stylishly dressed.
- More neatly, smartly, or stylishly dressed or arranged
"He looked nattier than ever in a sharply tailored suit."
"With a fresh haircut and a polished pair of shoes, he looked nattier than before."
"The display looked nattier after the ribbons were carefully rearranged."
Say a word is natty, and you are complimenting its crisp, deliberate style—especially in clothing.
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Etymology of nattier
Nattier is formed as the comparative of natty, an English adjective meaning neat, smart, or stylish. The underlying word natty became established in the 19th century, while the family also includes the adverb nattily. The precise origin of natty is uncertain, so it is best treated as an English formation rather than assigned a speculative foreign source.
How nattier is actually used
Usually positive and informal, and especially common when describing someone's appearance or clothing.
Easily confused with nattier
Nattier is the comparative form of natty, while nativity refers to birth or the place and circumstances of someone's birth.