trendy

adjective

ˈtren-dē 

trendier; trendiest

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

ˈtren-də-lē 

adverb

trendiness

ˈtren-dē-nəs 

noun

trendy noun

Synonyms of trendy

• fashionable
• stylish
• chic
• happening

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Available in 10 wear-with-anything shades, including black, army green, and brown, the shacket has earned praise from shoppers who call out its high-quality construction and trendy yet comfortable design in their reviews. —Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 10 Jan. 2026

These wide-leg jeans offer the perfect amount of stretch; pair any of our picks with your favorite ankle boots or trendy sneakers, and you’re set. —India Roby, Glamour, 9 Jan. 2026

Showing off her long, dark tresses, the reality star and influencer appeared to debut a trendy butterfly cut. —Hannah Malach, InStyle, 8 Jan. 2026

Basically, don’t wait any longer to fill your cart up with any of the trendy winter closet staples below. —Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 8 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1962, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for trendy

• mende
• effendi
• magendie

Kids Definition

trendy

adjective

ˈtren-dē 

trendier; trendiest

1

: very fashionable : up-to-date

2

: marked by passing or shallow appeal or taste