CHIC Synonyms: 140 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

Definition of chic

as in stylish

being in the latest or current fashion a chic new hairstyle that makes her look very sophisticated

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noun

ˈshēk

as in trend

a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time mockumentaries are the latest filmmaking chic

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Adjective

His effortlessly chic spring 2027 collection was inspired by Roger Moore, Lord Snowdon and Lucian Freud, among other men-about-town. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026 The property is debuting as a member of Leading Hotels of the World, ushering in a new era of luxury for the area, and proving that, yes, chic and fabulous things can happen on either side of the Intracoastal. — Todd Plummer, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026

Noun

The Grammy winner, alongside her mom, looked beyond chic in a plaid $5,000 Versace blazer and miniskirt set, over a $35 Victoria’s Secret corset top as the Chiefs played the Denver Broncos. — Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Sep. 2026 This mini dress gives you the comfort of curling up in your favorite sweatpants and sweatshirt set, while still looking sporty chic. — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 15 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for chic

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Adjective

This fully electric, ultra-compact quadricycle is designed for short urban trips—like zipping down to the shops in a golf cart, but more stylish—offering a simpler alternative to traditional cars.

— Lauryn Higgins, Time, 15 Oct. 2026
In 2025, The Jay hotel in San Francisco teamed up with The Namesake, transforming a section of The Jay’s stylish Third Floor into an exclusive design studio.

— Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of stylish

Noun

The asymmetrical hemline of the sweater is right on trend and makes the whole look feel much more intentional, while the slouchy silhouette still looks polished enough for a coffee run after landing.

— Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2026
Both trends held true, although barely, as the Hurricanes needed two overtimes to survive another upset bid on a day filled with chaotic finishes and upsets.

— Chantz Martin OutKick, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of trend

Adjective

The Marché des Enfants Rouges, tucked away on Rue de Bretagne in the fashionable Marais neighborhood, is the oldest covered food market in Paris and a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

— Alessia Armenise, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Oct. 2026
Many of them were designed with a specific activity in mind, like hiking or running, and the fashionable crowd adopted them as outfit enhancers.

— Renata Joffre, Glamour, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of fashionable

Adjective

The ship is thoughtfully designed to allow for ample space so guests do not feel overcrowded, even in the most happening spots.

— Susan Barnes, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2025
While the overarching trend for fall is still lowest maintenance possible, there's a bit more happening than your typical sunny blondes and balayage brunettes.

— Bella Cacciatore, Glamour, 2 Sep. 2020

Definition of happening

Noun

Textural and layered wallpaper looks are similarly quite en vogue right now, granting organic depth to a room that might otherwise feel small and ordinary.

— Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026
Designers agree that these are also majorly in vogue at this point in time.

— Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of vogue

Noun

Matt Van Horn, an entrepreneur who co-founded the ridesharing service that became Lyft, has been tinkering with agents since the craze started late last year.

— Adam Clark Estes, Vox, 16 Oct. 2026
Meanwhile, Randy Marsh, Stan’s ever-adventurous father, decides to check out the looksmaxxing craze and has his face rated by users.

— Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of craze

Noun

The protests erupted after nearly a decade of Macronisme, the right-of-center, top-down governing style that President Emmanuel Macron of France incarnates.

— Nicholas Bequelin, Time, 16 Oct. 2026
For the new movie, ILM preserved their recognizable silhouettes while inventing more realistic anatomy, movement and fighting styles.

— Davide Abbatescianni, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026

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