stylish

adjective

styl·​ish ˈstī-lish How to pronounce stylish (audio)
: 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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One example of this in denim is the extra soft denim used for children’s Cat & Jack jean shorts, designed to be stylish and sensory-friendly. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 10 Oct. 2025 Coolife 3-piece Luggage Set For a stylish luggage option, opt for this Coolife 3-piece Luggage Set. Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 10 Oct. 2025 Unlike bulky camping lanterns, this model is sleek, stylish, and lightweight—and has a dimmer switch to create the perfect ambience. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Oct. 2025 Here are ten essentials that look effortlessly stylish and that can sustain some wear and tear from the elements. Caroline Reilly, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2025 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 13 Oct. 2025.

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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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