1
as in fashionableness
the quality or state of being fashionable
when it comes to clothes, she prefers modesty to modishness
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2
as in popularity
the state of enjoying widespread approval
the modishness of that hairstyle is now so transparent that the really hip people have moved on to something else
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for modishness
Noun
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Despite its continuous rise in popularity in Asia and the Middle East, Bicester Village has been quietly reshaping its social image, and began to attract a fresh category of shoppers: next-gen, fashion conscious and e-commerce savvy.—
Angela Lei,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025 -
Most famously, Netflix's Drive to Survive, saw Formula 1 explode in popularity, especially in the US market.—
Alex Harrington,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
Noun
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This dramatic addition is a great alternative to a veil for those who want a train, yet have a distinct volume and structure that lends a look a retro elegance.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2025
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The one-shoulder design gives it a Grecian elegance that simultaneously reads regal yet effortless—the epitome of the Italian sprezzatura.—
Nneya Richards,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Apr. 2025
Noun
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But cross necklaces and pendants have been in vogue before and may be again as some feel more comfortable embracing their faith and seek community with others.—
Misty White Sidell,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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Gone are the days of squeezing your feet into tight or sky-high shoes to stay in vogue.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
26 Apr. 2025
Noun
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If slouchy styles aren’t your thing, this Everlane jacket is the perfect trench for you.—
Anna Popp,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2025
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The first thing Marathon asks players to do is choose a Runner, each with their own distinct abilities and gameplay styles.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
2 May 2025
Noun
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Photos and videos from the period show famous revelers clearly giddy with their own hipness.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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Partisanship and hipness seemed, ever so briefly, compatible.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
28 Oct. 2024
Noun
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The 6-run fifth inning turned the game in the Razorbacks' favor.—
Matt Jones,
Arkansas Online,
26 Apr. 2025
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Broadhurst said one aspect, perhaps an obvious one, that works in the favor of those handling the security operation for the funeral is that the pontiff himself will be safe.—
Kim Hjelmgaard,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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“Modishness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modishness. Accessed 8 May. 2025.
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