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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

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
Perhaps its incorporation of vogue ideas dazzles critics who might otherwise discern its awfulness (Amazon’s Transparent). Graham Hillard, The Washington Examiner, 27 Feb. 2026 Sprinkled between sweeping phrases — which seamlessly blend contemporary, jazz, vogue and street flavors — are hints at those magical moments where even we laypeople get swept up by music, movement and the motivation to put yourself out there and feel something. Lauren Warnecke, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2026 Nowadays, a natural approach is more en vogue, and embracing it can help set your home apart. Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 27 Feb. 2026 Stripes Last spring was all about polka dots, and though the flirty print is still very much in vogue, stripes are on the rise. Jordan Julian, InStyle, 26 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vogue
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vogue
Adjective
  • Marty Supreme star and presenter Gwyneth Paltrow looked fresh and fashionable in a custom Giorgio Armani Privé ivory silk strapless gown featuring dramatic cut-out sides that revealed nude tulle trousers accented by subtle crystal embellishment.
    Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026
  • Premiering May 1 in theaters, The Devil Wears Prada 2 sees the fashionable return of Hathaway’s Andi, Meryl Streep as Miranda Priestley, Emily Blunt as Emily Charlton and Stanley Tucci as Nigel Kipling.
    Glenn Garner, Deadline, 15 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • While these input costs rise, the prices farmers receive for their crops has not followed the trend.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 17 Mar. 2026
  • The state’s numbers align with national trends, with ICE’s data showing that 74% of detainees in the country haven’t been convicted of crime.
    Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 16 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Predictive markets like Kalshi and Polymarket, where users can bet on sports, politics, cultural events and more, have exploded in popularity in recent years.
    Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 17 Mar. 2026
  • Hartley attributes much of this interest, and a desire to protect Earth’s nightscapes, to the popularity of astrophotography.
    Stephanie Vermillion, Outside, 16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • This unique approach has made Alterre shoes especially popular with brides wanting something special for their big day as well as working women looking to maximize the cost-per-wear on office 'fits.
    Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 16 Mar. 2026
  • Doing anything 98 times is a lot, and that certainly applies to the world’s most popular and prestigious award show (sorry about it, Alfred Nobel).
    Vulture Editors, Vulture, 15 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The Twizzlers brand has introduced a new flavor of its fan-favorite Twizzlers straws that have been inspired by the dirty soda craze.
    Molly Burford, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2026
  • So why not jump aboard the latest paint color craze for an overhaul that’s perfectly on trend?
    Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • While Fine leads the field in terms of outside spending in her favor, Biss has received the backing of groups aligned with pro-science candidates and the Congressional Progressive Caucus.
    Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
  • To be clear, do yourself a favor and don’t ruin your March by copying a pasting a Golden bracket.
    Cedric Golden, Austin American Statesman, 17 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The latests forecasts show a new round of storm systems will increase rain chances across much of Northern California and the Central Valley in the coming days.
    Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 9 Feb. 2026
  • 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
Adjective
  • In case these weren’t enough reasons to buy this staple on repeat, here are a few of my favorite ways to improve the party with a bag of chips.
    Anna Hezel, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 Mar. 2026
  • Glamour readers cast thousands of votes for their favorite products of 2026, and the results are in.
    Grace McCarty, Glamour, 18 Mar. 2026

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