stylish

adjective

styl·​ish ˈstī-lish How to pronounce stylish (audio)
Synonyms of stylishnext
: 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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The stylish silhouette instantly dresses up everything from jeans and trousers to flowy dresses, while the supportive sole makes the shoes easy to wear for hours at a time. Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026 Only Prime members can save on this linen blouse, which features trendy three-quarter sleeves that are equally stylish and functional. Genevieve Cepeda, InStyle, 26 June 2026 There’s also a sauna and hot tub on one side and a game room complete with a slate pool table, a stylish bar, and a card table on the other. Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 26 June 2026 These sneakers are proof that even the comfiest pairs can still be stylish enough for any occasion. Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 26 June 2026 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 2 Jul. 2026.

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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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