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
Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2026
Meredith could be seen wearing Remy in a sling on her chest, while the pro golfer held Bennett on his hip.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
Phil Wahba, Fortune, 14 Mar. 2026
Performing at the celebration were hip hop artist AY Young and artist MiMi Nichole.
—Anna Alejo, CBS News, 7 Mar. 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
Presented in a cool club atmosphere near Davies Symphony Hall, the action onstage is always hip and innovative.
—Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2026
Meredith could be seen wearing Remy in a sling on her chest, while the pro golfer held Bennett on his hip.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
For years, Lululemon practically had the high-end yoga piece of the athleisure category to itself, but more recently newer, hipper rivals have pounced.
—Phil Wahba, Fortune, 14 Mar. 2026
Performing at the celebration were hip hop artist AY Young and artist MiMi Nichole.
—Anna Alejo, CBS News, 7 Mar. 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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hip
Adjective
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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
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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
Adjective
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Be aware that certain towns and counties may implement burn bans due to the tinder-dry and hot weather conditions.—
Steven Sosna,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The writer may find that the instructor is also aware of the counting and doesn’t see it as an impediment to a productive group workout.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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What space the library does have is overwhelmingly downtown.—
Mark Dee,
Idaho Statesman,
25 Feb. 2026
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The ninth annual Black Joy Parade drew thousands of people downtown for an afternoon of good vibes, great food and blaring beats on two stages.—
Warren Pederson,
San Francisco Chronicle,
22 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Wildtype co-founders Justin Kolbeck and Aryé Elfenbein invited chefs to their headquarters in San Francisco and then went to the restaurants during early days of service, providing FAQ sheets that informed how chefs label the product on menus.—
Jaia Clingham-David,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
15 Apr. 2026
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The women were informed that filming for season five was to be paused until production’s investigation, which is separate from the law enforcement investigation, concludes.—
McKinley Franklin,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Apr. 2026
Noun
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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
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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Diaz-Balart of Miami is among the Republicans now doubting redistricting is wise.—
Jeffrey Schweers,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
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David Schulte had helped other cities remove terrain and encourage water-wise sod installations, like a Tahoma 31 Bermuda grass blend.—
Gabriela Vidal,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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That green room is where his agent, Rich Paul, introduced him to his now coach with the LA Clippers, Ty Lue.—
Jared Weiss,
New York Times,
30 Mar. 2026
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Lawmakers failed to reach an agreement yesterday to end the now weeks-long Department of Homeland Security shutdown.—
Josephine Rozzelle,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Hip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hip. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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