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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Her look was completed with oversize black shades and stylish black-and-white heels. Ada Tseng, WWD, 20 Jan. 2025 Scuba Oversized Pullover Sweatshirt $118 $69 at Lululemon A classic pullover sweatshirt is a wardrobe staple, and this one is both stylish and cozy. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 19 Jan. 2025 This stylish option from Ugg is filled with a plush down alternative and covered in shiny faux leather, which gives it a high-end look without sacrificing functionality. Clara McMahon, People.com, 18 Jan. 2025 Amazon also makes a lush-looking and stylish option to match any decor for under $30. Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 18 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for stylish 

Word History

First Known Use

1785, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 23 Jan. 2025.

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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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