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noun

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How is the word vogue distinct from other similar nouns?

Some common synonyms of vogue are craze, fad, fashion, mode, rage, and style. While all these words mean "the usage accepted by those who want to be up-to-date," vogue stresses the wide acceptance of a fashion.

short skirts are back in vogue

When is fad a more appropriate choice than vogue?

While in some cases nearly identical to vogue, fad suggests caprice in taking up or in dropping a fashion.

last year's fad is over

In what contexts can fashion take the place of vogue?

Although the words fashion and vogue have much in common, fashion is the most general term and applies to any way of dressing, behaving, writing, or performing that is favored at any one time or place.

the current fashion

When might mode be a better fit than vogue?

While the synonyms mode and vogue are close in meaning, mode suggests the fashion of the moment among those anxious to appear elegant and sophisticated.

slim bodies are the mode at this resort

How do rage and craze relate to one another, in the sense of vogue?

Both rage and craze stress intense enthusiasm in adopting a fad.

Cajun food was the rage nearly everywhere for a time
crossword puzzles once seemed just a passing craze but have lasted

When can style be used instead of vogue?

In some situations, the words style and vogue are roughly equivalent. However, style often implies a distinctive fashion adopted by people of taste.

a media baron used to traveling in style

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of vogue
Noun
Here’s Astr the Label’s take on this closet staple, which shines thanks to its pleated skirt, drop-waist silhouette, and en vogue Eggplant shade that feels elevated without overdoing it. Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 22 Dec. 2025 There’s a brief moment in Timothée Chalamet’s video with comedian Druski where a performer comes in, vogues, and blows a kiss to the actor. Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 19 Dec. 2025 Nuclear power has come back into vogue in recent years as artificial intelligence creates huge new demand for electrical energy to drive computers in data centers. Matt Egan, CNN Money, 18 Dec. 2025 Luxury cars going out of vogue in China China’s economic downturn is hitting the luxury car sector, dealing a blow to European brands. Ben Smith, semafor.com, 15 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for vogue
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vogue
Adjective
  • You’d be surprised at how leveled-up your loungewear becomes under a fashionable trench coat, and how swapping your overworn, pilling sweatpants for equally comfortable track pants or satin trousers turns comfy wear into a statement.
    Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2026
  • Alo Yoga consistently delivers fashionable picks that are comfortable enough to wear all day, and my most recent matching set is no exception.
    Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The pants are loose from the thighs to the hems, giving you room to move while still keeping the shape on-trend.
    Michelle Rostamian, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
  • Why Shop With Us Alison Syrett Cleary is an editor and writer with over 10 years of experience covering fashion trends.
    Alison Syrett Cleary, InStyle, 9 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The mocktail is named after the late Shirley Temple Black, the actress, singer and politician who gained widespread popularity as a child actress in the 1930s.
    Greta Cross, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
  • This is a call to build networks (and occupy spaces) rooted in collective values, rather than popularity or trends.
    Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • The local brewery sponsored last fall’s Chamber of Commerce Oktoberfest Home Brew Competition, and the top team was invited to Grains and Taps to brew a large batch of their most popular beer.
    Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Fast forward to 2026, and Carhartt has become a popular option for any outdoor enthusiast due to the durability and technology woven into its clothing.
    Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Dunkin' is embracing the public's protein craze.
    Katie Hill, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
  • From the latest snack craze to viral weeknight dinners, loyal Aldi shoppers are always on top of the freshest food trends, with the grocer stocking its shelves with new products all the time.
    Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 6 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Pinspark Quarter-Zip Lounge Set Similar to the Spanx set Reese Witherspoon favors, this quarter-zip and wide-leg pants duo is a polished staple for any winter wardrobe.
    Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
  • Goldy, the former commonwealth's attorney for Bath, Rowan, Menifee and Montgomery counties, was impeached and arrested by the FBI in 2023 for trading favors with a defendant in exchange for nude images, according to previous reporting by The Courier Journal.
    Lillian Metzmeier, Louisville Courier Journal, 14 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • These latests features are designed for enterprises who want to integrate their AI technology with either existing Salesforce data or even their own data.
    Gene Marks, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
  • The latests deaths included three residents of long-term care facilities in Dallas, as well as a Balch Springs man in his 20s and a Dallas man in his 60s.
    Dana Branham, Dallas News, 30 Apr. 2020
Adjective
  • Petro sat in a favorite leather armchair, dressed comfortably in sneakers, slacks, and a white cardigan; a female assistant was combing his hair.
    Jon Lee Anderson, New Yorker, 15 Jan. 2026
  • The Byoma Creamy Jelly Cleanser gently removes dirt, excess oil, and their favorite makeup.
    Katrina Cossey, Parents, 15 Jan. 2026

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“Vogue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vogue. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.

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