stylish

adjective

styl·​ish ˈstī-lish How to pronounce stylish (audio)
: having style
specifically : conforming to current fashion
stylishly adverb
stylishness noun

Examples of stylish in a Sentence

a pretty, stylish dress
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Meanwhile, the Sorel Women’s Ona 503 Hikers are undeniably stylish for shoppers looking to blend fashion and function, and the 50 percent off price tag certainly doesn’t hurt. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2024 Away The Bigger Carry-On This carry-on is great for domestic flights, and the green color is so stylish year-round! Sarah Boyd, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024 Rob’s direction is stylish; BoulderLight’s understanding of modern audiences is unmatched – and together the filmmakers are best in class. Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 31 Oct. 2024 The stylish hair piece boasts subtle yet stylish sparkles that’ll elevate holiday ensembles. Kyra Surgent, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for stylish 

Word History

First Known Use

1785, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of stylish was in 1785

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“Stylish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stylish. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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stylish

adjective
styl·​ish ˈstī-lish How to pronounce stylish (audio)
: having style
especially : fashionable
stylishly adverb
stylishness noun

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