trendy

adjective

ˈtren-dē 

trendier; trendiest

1

: very fashionable : up-to-date

… he's a trendy dresser.

—Sunday Mirror (London)

2

: marked by ephemeral, superficial, or faddish appeal or taste

trendy ideas about success

trendily

ˈtren-də-lē 

adverb

trendiness

ˈtren-dē-nəs 

noun

trendy noun

Synonyms of trendy

• fashionable
• stylish
• chic
• happening

Examples of trendy in a Sentence

a group of trendy young professionals

if what's in the stores is any indication, shorter skirts are trendy again this year

Recent Examples on the Web

Panadila Half-Zip Fleece Pullover This half-zip fleece pullover has all the makings of a trendy silhouette, from its drop shoulders and loose, boxy fit to its collared neckline. —Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 12 Dec. 2025

Choose from five decorative colors, including a lush Gray Flannel, Rich Merlot, and trendy chocolate brown (and don’t forget to snag one for yourself, too). —Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Dec. 2025

Started by chef Kazunori Nozawa in Los Angeles, the trendy sushi restaurant has become just as synonymous with New York City, with six locations. —Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 12 Dec. 2025

Only, in real life, the change several years ago was arguably more dramatic, and it hadn't been made by a trendy beautician, but by Padilla herself. —Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1962, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for trendy

• mende
• effendi
• magendie

Kids Definition

trendy

adjective

ˈtren-dē 

trendier; trendiest

1

: very fashionable : up-to-date

2

: marked by passing or shallow appeal or taste