as in fashionable
being in the latest or current fashion
a pretty, stylish dress
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Recent Examples of stylish
Right now, Martha Stewart’s classic accent chair is on sale and makes a stylish addition to any living room, bedroom, home office, or nursery that could use an extra seat and a touch of modern farmhouse charm.
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Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2026
Kate had changed her hair into a stylish bob — but apparently hadn’t updated her mothering skills — two years later when, in the sequel, Kevin again was discovered missing, at the Miami airport.
—Jocelyn Noveck, Mercury News, 5 Feb. 2026
Cool temperatures combined with a desire to wear shorter hems come late March calls for functional, stylish footwear—and sock-like knee-highs offer this.
—Eva Thomas, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
Our list, while still channelling timeless elegance, is less Santa, more stylish.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 5 Feb. 2026
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Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2026
Kate had changed her hair into a stylish bob — but apparently hadn’t updated her mothering skills — two years later when, in the sequel, Kevin again was discovered missing, at the Miami airport.
—Jocelyn Noveck, Mercury News, 5 Feb. 2026
Cool temperatures combined with a desire to wear shorter hems come late March calls for functional, stylish footwear—and sock-like knee-highs offer this.
—Eva Thomas, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
Our list, while still channelling timeless elegance, is less Santa, more stylish.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 5 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stylish
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Long before land conservation became fashionable among billionaires, Ted Turner was buying ranchland with ecological ambition.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
10 Feb. 2026
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Women were very fashionable in Cairo and never dared go out in raggedy clothes.—
Letters To The Editor,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The brand’s Mongolian Cashmere Wrap, for example, doubles as a first-class-worthy blanket, and its linen pajama sets are chic enough to wear straight from a plane to the hotel pool.—
Claire Gallam,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Feb. 2026
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There’s a little something for everyone here, whether your vibe leans sleek and minimalist or farmhouse chic.—
Alaina Chou,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
11 Feb. 2026
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The ship is thoughtfully designed to allow for ample space so guests do not feel overcrowded, even in the most happening spots.—
Susan Barnes,
Southern Living,
10 Dec. 2025
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While the overarching trend for fall is still lowest maintenance possible, there's a bit more happening than your typical sunny blondes and balayage brunettes.—
Bella Cacciatore,
Glamour,
2 Sep. 2020
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And after all, luxury isn’t a price point, but an elegant state of mind.—
John Monaco,
InStyle,
7 Feb. 2026
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The cap-sleeve, cotton-blend top features an elegant, drapy design in the front.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Stylish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stylish. Accessed 13 Feb. 2026.
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