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
Tom Morris, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Jan. 2026
Lisa sported a Glinda pink optical illusion tulle dress with off-the-shoulder sleeves, a structural peplum waist, and an asymmetrical, hip-high leg slit that trailed into a train of ribbon loops.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 12 Jan. 2026
Jenny McCoy, SELF, 3 Dec. 2025
Speaking of which, the neighborhood—considered one of Chicago’s hippest—is a cultural hub with renowned restaurants, funky cafes and trendy bars.
—Gabriela Ulloa, Architectural Digest, 25 Oct. 2025
Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 20 Oct. 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
Those that last summer were hitting up the utterly hip Roche Rouge a few beaches away.
—Tom Morris, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Jan. 2026
Lisa sported a Glinda pink optical illusion tulle dress with off-the-shoulder sleeves, a structural peplum waist, and an asymmetrical, hip-high leg slit that trailed into a train of ribbon loops.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 12 Jan. 2026
Adjective
Land with your feet hip-width apart, with soft knees, and then immediately sink back down into the squat.
—Jenny McCoy, SELF, 3 Dec. 2025
Speaking of which, the neighborhood—considered one of Chicago’s hippest—is a cultural hub with renowned restaurants, funky cafes and trendy bars.
—Gabriela Ulloa, Architectural Digest, 25 Oct. 2025
Verb
Someone hip enough to relate to kids, young enough to evolve, confident enough to delegate and stubborn enough to chase championships.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 20 Oct. 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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hip
Adjective
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Nights out in Florence called for a more sophisticated look than what’s common in American cities, making a classic black blazer the best option for looking put-together and fashionable.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Jan. 2026
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The death of the activist Renee Nicole Good at the hands of an immigration agent has been justified on the right in a fashionable tone of detachment.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
20 Jan. 2026
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Scott was accused of slow-rolling that effort, though those aware of it said the pace was not in his control and was affected by the speed of the White House Office of Personnel Management.—
Anna Giaritelli,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Jan. 2026
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This approach helps the model link language understanding with tactile-aware motion.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Almost everything on this list is directly downtown, with two or so things being a 10- to 15-minute drive away.—
Hannah Kirby,
jsonline.com,
20 Dec. 2025
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Bond Street, another restaurant in the center, has been downtown on Bond Street for 22 years.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
10 Dec. 2025
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Several speakers said their concern was less about state law itself and more about communication, questioning whether parents would be informed when their child seeks services.—
Nina Burns,
CBS News,
21 Jan. 2026
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Sources close to Cangé, who was promoted to his job without going through the normal police leadership channels, claim that he was informed by his supporters on the presidential council that the summons had been canceled.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
20 Jan. 2026
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Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center just unveiled Sky Garden, a new residential-style floor with eight accommodations, including an expansive two-bedroom penthouse.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Jan. 2026
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The classic, outfit-elevating style is perfect for year-round wear.—
Alyssa Morin,
InStyle,
16 Jan. 2026
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The Le Bop Marcella Barrel Pants fit the bill, featuring a stylish cropped length, horseshoe silhouette, and discreet covered elastic waistband.—
Irene Richardson,
InStyle,
14 Jan. 2026
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Beautifully made hats, faux furs, and winter knits are stylish perennials in the cold-weather wardrobes of chic Italian women.—
Nneya Richards,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Jan. 2026
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Or similarly, users pointing out that the Ratliff children, when seated three abreast, resemble the three wise monkeys of see no evil, speak no evil, hear no evil.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
7 Jan. 2026
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Up in the balcony, even Statler and Waldorf have stopped cracking wise.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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During the final episodes of The End of an Era, Taylor Swift received a letter the NFL tight end wrote his now fiancée before her tour came to a close in December of 2024.—
Denise Warner,
Billboard,
23 Dec. 2025
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Together with his now ex-wife Karen, the two built the Cherry Creek Country Club, although Hart insists Karen did most of the work.—
Matthew Geiger,
Denver Post,
2 Dec. 2025
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“Hip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hip. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
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