as in smart
being strikingly neat and trim in style or appearance
a natty woman, she's usually impeccably dressed in tailored clothing from Europe
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Recent Examples of natty
Its dining area, bar (with centerfolds blown up and reproduced on the wall in plexiglass), gameroom and quiet nooks are clean, neat and natty.
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Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2025
Di Bona’s penchant for being a natty dresser was also mentioned more than once.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 12 July 2025
With old-timey bikes and older-timey bellhops out front in natty uniforms, a sparkling coat of paint, and a new owner, the Georgian is the buzziest property in town.
—Jason Sheeler, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Feb. 2024
For anyone averse to the natty and funky, there are also ample options.
—Senior Wine Critic, San Francisco Chronicle, 31 Mar. 2021
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Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2025
Di Bona’s penchant for being a natty dresser was also mentioned more than once.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 12 July 2025
With old-timey bikes and older-timey bellhops out front in natty uniforms, a sparkling coat of paint, and a new owner, the Georgian is the buzziest property in town.
—Jason Sheeler, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Feb. 2024
For anyone averse to the natty and funky, there are also ample options.
—Senior Wine Critic, San Francisco Chronicle, 31 Mar. 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for natty
Adjective
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August 23 – September 22 A smart adjustment today creates more momentum than effort.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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This white chocolate bar is creamy and ultra-sweet, and the great minds at TJ’s were smart to distract from the one-note flavor with crunchy little cookie crumbles.—
Alex Beggs,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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This reversible option is no exception, with its appealing yellow color and elegant floral pattern.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Apr. 2026
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With refined decor and an intimate residential ambience, guests will feel like locals checking into an elegant Manhattan townhouse—without sacrificing the white-glove service and amenities of a five-star hotel, of course.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Rapper Nas looks dapper in a white blazer at the 550 Madison grand opening event in New York City on April 17.—
Katie Hill,
PEOPLE,
22 Apr. 2026
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In the videos, Balvin and Castro sport dapper suits, flaunt an extravagant lifestyle, and pledge their loyalty to one another.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Shot with cold control in black and white by cinematographer Kyle Deitz, Wiseman’s feature debut is a stylish thriller that launched at regional festivals in 2024; what must have seemed near-future about it then seems almost too present-day in 2026.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
24 Apr. 2026
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Every summer, stylish crowds congregate along France’s southeastern shores, seduced by the glamorous promise of the French Riviera, spending their days sipping overpriced cocktails at the high-end resorts that line its sandy beaches as if plucked straight from a Slim Aarons photo.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Massive modern skyscrapers dominate the horizon, complemented by fashionable retail outlets.—
Arthur I. Cyr,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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From its round neck and hem to its striped fabric, there are a few things that elevate this Automet top from a basic tee to a fashionable find.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Natty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/natty. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.
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