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

His stylish and souvenir models run up to 20 euros ($24) while the cheapest costs 6 euros. — ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026

For food, Proto serves up some of the city’s best seafood, while M’arden Wine Bar is a stylish hideaway with a great selection of Croatian wines. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026

With its stylish design, magnetic clasp, and multiple colorways, this high-quality passport and document holder also makes a great gift for the travelers in your life. — Annita Katee, Travel + Leisure, 22 Aug. 2026

Shorter nails are often more practical and can be just as stylish as longer extensions. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 21 Aug. 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