as in fashionableness
the quality or state of being fashionable
kids dyeing their hair in pursuit of hip
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as in fashionable
being in the latest or current fashion
hip sunglasses whose fancy prices will make you squint in disbelief
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as in aware
having inside information
he wasn't hip to what was going on behind the scenes and was taken totally unawares by the company shake-up
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as in downtown
keenly aware of and responsive to the latest developments especially in fashion and entertainment
hip fashionistas wouldn't be caught dead in that outfit
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as in to inform
to give information to
if you want to get hipped on what goes on behind the scenes at a television network, you should read this book
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Recent Examples of hip
Lisa Depaulo, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
James started off sluggish after being sidelined by a right hip contusion and arthritis in his left foot, picking up his only points of the first half on a layup and free throw for a three-point play with 54 seconds remaining.
—CBS News, 13 Mar. 2026
Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 19 Feb. 2026
It’s crafted with a hip-length fit complete with several stripes on the sleeves and the Adidas logo on the chest, and the foldover collar creates an almost preppy finish.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Essence, 4 Nov. 2025
We're still glued together, hip to hip, holding each other up, not covering as much of the floor, but owning & loving the space that's ours.
—Emily Krauser, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
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Noun
RoseMarie Terenzio, John’s hip and competent assistant, returns for a brief cameo, looking even more dowdy and ridiculous.
—Lisa Depaulo, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
James started off sluggish after being sidelined by a right hip contusion and arthritis in his left foot, picking up his only points of the first half on a layup and free throw for a three-point play with 54 seconds remaining.
—CBS News, 13 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Mexican food is hipper than ever.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 19 Feb. 2026
It’s crafted with a hip-length fit complete with several stripes on the sleeves and the Adidas logo on the chest, and the foldover collar creates an almost preppy finish.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Verb
The brand is already gearing up for its 2026 installation, which will take place November 1-6—an extended version to keep up with its growing demand for this special event that truly honors hip hop music and culture.
—Essence, 4 Nov. 2025
We're still glued together, hip to hip, holding each other up, not covering as much of the floor, but owning & loving the space that's ours.
—Emily Krauser, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
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Marty Supreme star and presenter Gwyneth Paltrow looked fresh and fashionable in a custom Giorgio Armani Privé ivory silk strapless gown featuring dramatic cut-out sides that revealed nude tulle trousers accented by subtle crystal embellishment.—
Kevin Huynh,
InStyle,
16 Mar. 2026
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Premiering May 1 in theaters, The Devil Wears Prada 2 sees the fashionable return of Hathaway’s Andi, Meryl Streep as Miranda Priestley, Emily Blunt as Emily Charlton and Stanley Tucci as Nigel Kipling.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
15 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The city was aware that rejecting the contract put at least $90 million in grant funding at risk, Councilwoman Sarah Parady said in December.—
Shelly Bradbury,
Denver Post,
19 Mar. 2026
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How the Horns held off the Wolfpack Anyone who has watched the Longhorns are painfully aware of the palpitations and hoop sweats that come with this group.—
Cedric Golden,
Austin American Statesman,
18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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What space the library does have is overwhelmingly downtown.—
Mark Dee,
Idaho Statesman,
25 Feb. 2026
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Shawn Gao, manager of the downtown Chinese restaurant Magnolia's agreed.—
Samantha Chaney,
CBS News,
30 Jan. 2026
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The worker then pulled the emergency brake to stop the train before getting off to inform the control tower.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
17 Mar. 2026
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Koch added that Joa plans to use artificial intelligence to create content and better inform teams and leagues about user behavior.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
17 Mar. 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
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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No, not the best man, not the most intelligent, the most sophisticated, or the wisest.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
13 Mar. 2026
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During the conversation, Robinson reflected on his years in The Office, playing the wise warehouse worker Darryl Philbin, who continually frustrated manager Michael Scott (Carell) with his confidence and nonchalance.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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But when talking to the now mom of two, there’s a different version of her that emerges.—
Anna Halkidis,
Parents,
3 Mar. 2026
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At the time, he was being held in Salt Lake County Metro Jail following a November arrest for violating a pretrial protective order against his now ex-wife, Alexiana Smokoff.—
Itzel Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Hip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hip. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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