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

Luckily, Gilt, Nordstrom Rack, Zappos, and Amazon are offering steep discounts on numerous Ugg styles, ranging from classic house slippers to trendy winter boots. —Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025

After building renovations that proved more time consuming than initially envisioned, Mayor's Restaurant has finally opened in downtown Waukesha, transforming a former steakhouse into a trendier eatery. —Jim Riccioli, jsonline.com, 7 Nov. 2025

At 22 percent off, now is a great time to add the trendy and polished pair to your wardrobe. —Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025

The dark chocolate hue complements most decor styles and is both trendy and timeless, plus the deep seat is supported with no-sag springs for better support. —Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025

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