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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
Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
Off-ball linebackers, the fashionable new name for what was previously called inside linebackers, are in plentiful supply in the NFL draft.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 14 Apr. 2026
Hailey Bieber had a very fashionable first weekend at Coachella this year.
—Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 13 Apr. 2026
Plus, his mom's subtle, fashionable tribute to his 2025 victory.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
The cozy fleece bottoms have a flattering straight-leg fit and feature subtle side piping, giving them a fashionable, sporty effect.
—Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
Off-ball linebackers, the fashionable new name for what was previously called inside linebackers, are in plentiful supply in the NFL draft.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 14 Apr. 2026
Hailey Bieber had a very fashionable first weekend at Coachella this year.
—Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 13 Apr. 2026
Plus, his mom's subtle, fashionable tribute to his 2025 victory.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fashionable
Adjective
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Quilted jackets are stylish, both lightweight and insulated, easy to layer, and conveniently packable, too.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Apr. 2026
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This two-piece strikes the right balance between casual and stylish.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Part of the problem is that his influence is so huge; the Canadian singer known as the Weeknd has become one of the most popular performers in the world with his moody, artful update of Jackson’s music.—
Kelefa Sanneh,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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Santa Monica city officials acknowledged that a change of shopping habits and safety concerns has hurt the popular shopping center.—
Brittney Ermon,
CBS News,
19 Apr. 2026
Noun
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That kind of popularity and radiant goodness produces a lineage of artists but doesn’t have the crowd appeal of a lone genius who invents a flying machine or pulls a seventeen-foot sculpture out of a block of marble.—
Zachary Fine,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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After its off-Broadway premiere in 2002, The Last Five Years grew in popularity primarily through its cast album.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
20 Apr. 2026
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There’s an elegance to the togetherness, and the loss of individuality is something extraordinarily powerful and beautiful.—
Stuart Miller,
Oc Register,
15 Apr. 2026
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The Kenrick’s design strikes a balance between modern elegance and Alpine warmth.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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It's made to hit just at the jawline or above to flatter the face (especially the cheekbones), paired with chic blunt bangs.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
15 Apr. 2026
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There’s also a rooftop pool, outfitted with retro-chic red and white striped sunloungers, where guests can order small plates and spritzes.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Style it by the edge of your sofa to add bonus space for your morning coffee or evening snacks, or use it by a window in your entryway, bedroom, or kitchen as a pedestal table to show off your favorite houseplants.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2026
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Gemini in Chrome is rolling out a new feature called Skills to save and reuse your favorite prompts.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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But the play, in its effort to attract audiences, focuses on his support for Palestinians, which is very much in vogue among theater goers.—
Alan M. Dershowitz,
New York Daily News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Cozy crime is in vogue internationally and the show has been well received.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
16 Apr. 2026
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The Invictus Games are a Paralympic-style competition for wounded and recovering service members and veterans from around the world.—
Helen Murphy,
PEOPLE,
17 Apr. 2026
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Your graceful style helps people open up, while clear boundaries stop you from overgiving to keep the peace.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Fashionable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fashionable. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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