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as in stylish
being in the latest or current fashion
a shopping district filled with expensive boutiques selling fashionable clothing from the top designers
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as in popular
enjoying widespread favor or approval
that breed of dog became fashionable after it became the preferred dog among Hollywood celebrities
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as in popularity
the state of enjoying widespread approval
the fashionableness of that look took a nosedive after it began to show up on some very unfashionable people
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as in elegance
the quality or state of being fashionable
the fashionableness of tight jeans
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Recent Examples of fashionable
Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 3 Mar. 2026
There is a nice local twist to the show, which puts a separate emphasis on some of the outfits worn by Denver’s fashionable set from the past and present.
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 2 Mar. 2026
Every piece of the women’s wardrobe proposed in black will be fashionable.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
Will fluency with the references at fashionable literary salons signpost upper-class membership?
—Literary Hub, 23 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
That is not a fashionable position.
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 3 Mar. 2026
There is a nice local twist to the show, which puts a separate emphasis on some of the outfits worn by Denver’s fashionable set from the past and present.
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 2 Mar. 2026
Every piece of the women’s wardrobe proposed in black will be fashionable.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
Will fluency with the references at fashionable literary salons signpost upper-class membership?
—Literary Hub, 23 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fashionable
Adjective
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The grand tourer’s sleek shape is thankfully unchanged up until the beltline, meaning that the convertible still looks commanding and stylish in equal measure.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
13 Mar. 2026
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Choose between a slouchy suede Madewell tote or a stylish Coach shoulder bag.—
Jordan Julian,
InStyle,
13 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Van, which is a 1½-hour drive from the border, has long been a popular destination for Iranians for work, travel and trade.—
Serra Yedikardes,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Long overlooked, the area is now drawing travelers looking for an alternative to South Africa’s popular safari spots.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Mar. 2026
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The popularity of Bar Panisse perhaps dispels one fear the restaurateurs might’ve had – that the place would be shunned by the community, after Waters terminated the lease of longtime tapas restaurant Cesar to make space for her new endeavor.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
9 Mar. 2026
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Flynn said the company’s focus on customer interaction has helped drive the chain’s popularity, particularly among younger customers.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
9 Mar. 2026
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There’s even a little bit of elegance to the way the first three episodes are delivered through Eleanor’s perspective, followed by two Nancy episodes and two Mary episodes.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
12 Mar. 2026
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The living quarters exude a minimalist elegance, with natural materials and soft textures throughout.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Timotheé Chalamet has picked up a habit for borrowing Kylie Jenner’s mini Kelly, and A$AP Rocky is very much in his Chanel bag era like Styles, while also being spotted toting gargantuan Louis Vuitton bags (Rihanna’s influence) and chic Celine luggage.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
11 Mar. 2026
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The May December actress isn’t the only one styling her gym shoes for everyday wear—lately, Dakota Johnson, Kendall Jenner, and more celebrities are turning to sporty-chic running sneakers for all-day comfort.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Here are 28 of our favorite spring movies and where to stream them!—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
12 Mar. 2026
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My favorite story to illustrate how Ross moves is the time I was told to ask Ross about his recent purchase of Fort Lauderdale’s iconic W Hotel on the first date of training camp in 2014.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
11 Mar. 2026
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That jacket’s colorful nickname, and its eye-watering valuation, trace back to a subculture that placed premiums on certain Polo collections long before the present vogue.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
1 Mar. 2026
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Perhaps its incorporation of vogue ideas dazzles critics who might otherwise discern its awfulness (Amazon’s Transparent).—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Feb. 2026
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With style, grace and a lot of love, the Lower Merion High School figure skating duo of Justin and Suri Lue know how to put on a cutting-edge show.—
Krystle Rich,
CBS News,
13 Mar. 2026
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As always, the trendsetter made a bold style statement in a white floral Eugene Alexander minidress, previously worn by Whitney Houston and Sarah Jessica Parker’s Carrie Bradshaw.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Fashionable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fashionable. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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