stylish

adjective

styl·​ish ˈstī-lish How to pronounce stylish (audio)
Synonyms of stylishnext
: 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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Or make over your guest room with this convenient and stylish duvet cover set. Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 May 2026 Because while an all-white outfit is undeniably stylish, the right colorful accent keeps it from feeling too safe—or worse, flat. Amanda Le, InStyle, 22 May 2026 This summer, the Center introduces a new Contemporary Dance Festival (Alice Tully Hall; June 18-July 5), curated by the savvy, stylish Kyle Abraham. Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 22 May 2026 Memorial Day sale promotions are an excellent time to score deep discounts on investment pieces like a stylish new sectional, some new outdoor furniture, or a supportive new chair for your home office. Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 22 May 2026 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 27 May. 2026.

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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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