trendier; trendiest
Synonyms of trendynext
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 adverb
trendiness noun
trendy noun

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
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Thankfully, the silhouette is the epitome of trendy, offering a versatile design that includes a side swish, contrasting textiles, and bold colors. Ruby McAuliffe, InStyle, 3 Jan. 2026 The trendiest color this season, without a doubt, is chocolate brown. Alex Sales, Glamour, 3 Jan. 2026 Some of America's best coffee isn't hiding in trendy cafés anymore. Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 3 Jan. 2026 Check out this warm, trendy Merokeety Cropped Puffer Jacket; previously $80, it’s been marked down to just $43. Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 3 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for trendy

Word History

First Known Use

1962, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of trendy was in 1962

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“Trendy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trendy. Accessed 5 Jan. 2026.

Kids Definition

trendy

adjective
trendier; trendiest
1
: very fashionable : up-to-date
2
: marked by passing or shallow appeal or taste

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