stylish

adjective

styl·​ish ˈstī-lish 

: having style

specifically : conforming to current fashion

stylishly adverb

stylishness noun

Synonyms of stylish

• fashionable
• chic
• happening
• elegant

Examples of stylish in a Sentence

a pretty, stylish dress

Recent Examples on the Web

Every seat is upholstered in stylish beige and cream-colored textiles and offers seven inches of recline, 40 inches of pitch, and 19 inches of width. — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026

Season 2 pits Batman against more of Gotham’s most notorious criminals while continuing the show’s stylish blend of detective stories, classic comic book influences, and old-school film noir. — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

The Swedish firm, part of the Viken studio, has unveiled a new 443-footer that takes design cues from sleek, stylish superyachts. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 31 July 2026

The best pickings from the sale include polished button-downs, airy linen pants, stylish jeans, and casual dresses that are quickly becoming new favorites. — Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 31 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1785, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

stylish

adjective

styl·​ish ˈstī-lish 

: having style

especially : fashionable

stylishly adverb

stylishness noun