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

Exploring San Francisco in a Waymo driverless car adds a futuristic thrill tocity sightseeing—gliding hands-free through trendy neighborhoods as landmarks like Coit Tower, Lombard Street, and the Painted Ladies drift by your window. —Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026

Vergara's skintight dress also made a trendy statement with its espresso brown color. —Lara Walsh, InStyle, 21 Jan. 2026

Rather than buying trendy, high-end furniture or accessories with flashy brand-name logos, choose pieces that are made from quality materials. —Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Jan. 2026

This level of attention makes sense, as protein is far more than a trendy nutrient or fitness buzzword. —Daryl Austin, USA Today, 19 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