stylish

adjective

ˈstī-lish How to pronounce stylish (audio)
Definition of stylishnext
as in fashionable
being in the latest or current fashion a pretty, stylish dress

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Recent Examples of stylish Products that once seemed outdated can attract fresh interest when creators present them as stylish, useful or different from modern alternatives. — Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2026 Lastly, don’t sleep on FP Movement, which carries so many stylish activewear and athleisure pieces. — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 21 Oct. 2026 Products that once seemed outdated start looking stylish and useful the moment creators put them in a new context. — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 21 Oct. 2026 Top Picks Cologne makes for a stylish, intimate gift—especially if the scent complements his personal style. — Genevieve Cepeda, InStyle, 21 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stylish
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stylish
  1. fashionable
  2. chic
  3. happening
  4. elegant
Adjective
  • Ortega and Ora weren’t the only fashionable famous faces on the red carpet.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
  • The fashionable young man introduced himself as Nicholas Yakovlev, a friend of Adrien’s.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of fashionable
Adjective
  • This family-run retreat lives and breathes its surroundings, with chic contemporary minimalism that lets the views do the talking.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026
  • For a chic but not boring animal print outfit, use only those two colors as part of your look.
    — Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of chic
Adjective
  • 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
  • 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
Definition of happening
Adjective
  • An all-black look never fails to look elegant and serves as a contrasting backdrop to your zebra-print bag.
    — Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Later, she’s entertained by a mouse running along the baseboard of one of London’s more elegant restaurants.
    — Sarah Crompton, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of elegant

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“Stylish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stylish. Accessed 25 Oct. 2026.

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