1
as in fashionableness
the quality or state of being fashionable
when it comes to clothes, she prefers modesty to modishness
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2
as in popularity
the state of enjoying widespread approval
the modishness of that hairstyle is now so transparent that the really hip people have moved on to something else
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for modishness
Noun
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Program supporters, however, have pointed to its high standing in rankings from national think tank and school choice advocacy groups and an explosion in the popularity of school choice programs, particularly since the covid-19 outbreak.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 Oct. 2025 -
Adler explains that the vintage market usually starts to peak at around the 20-year mark from a band’s initial popularity, or close to it.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The pieces strike a balance between effortless cool and elegance.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
2 Oct. 2025
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Our Matte Black Metal Candle Warmer Lamp features a modern black shade with a gold-tone accent, adding elegance to any space.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Naturally, trends change and evolve, and now belt bags are back en vogue with a more fashion-forward approach that’s still a great addition to your travel gear collection.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Sep. 2025
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This is what The League has to worry about, and why mobile QBs have become the vogue.—
Nick Canepa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Rookie receiver Tetairoa McMillan used another adjective to describe Dowdle’s running style.—
Joseph Person,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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The cabin-style home’s external features are just as impressive as what’s inside, too.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Beach Boys were in decline by 1967 — in health and hipness alike.—
August Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2025
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Photos and videos from the period show famous revelers clearly giddy with their own hipness.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The scale should also tip in the Yankees’ favor in terms of the bullpen matchups.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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With Sliwa vowing to stay on, the former governor will instead have to compel a larger turnout in his favor.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Modishness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modishness. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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