STYLISH Synonyms: 99 Similar and Opposite Words

stylish

adjective

ˈstī-lish

Definition of stylish

as in fashionable

being in the latest or current fashion a pretty, stylish dress

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Recent Examples of stylish The films about them have in turn evolved from coming-of-age stories and stylish bio-pics into whistle-blower dramas and dark thrillers. — Brady Brickner-Wood, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2026 With brown suede Comfortable, warm, and ever so stylish, Chelsea boots with a T-shirt and straight-leg jeans is forever a classic combo. — Catie Pusateri, Glamour, 12 Oct. 2026 On the sewing floor, fashion and football make a stylish combination. — Mamie Bah, CBS News, 12 Oct. 2026 The stylish Swedish label, which was founded by Jokum Hallin and Cristopher Nying in 2005 (Klarén joined a couple of years later), is embarking on a new phase of expansion. — Ashley Ogawa Clarke, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stylish

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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

With Leoni leaving the label, its refined and subtly chic red carpet looks will clearly depart with her.

— Christian Allaire, Vogue, 15 Oct. 2026
To that end, the best apron should be durable and stain-resistant enough for everyday wear, but also chic enough to don for a dinner party, capable of both protecting and complementing your cutest outfit.

— Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 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

Signs of this history were on display amid all the adventurous modern art that made Mandell’s home seem like an elegant, circus-like wonderland.

— Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026
Her elegant primary bedroom boasted a dressing area that was the picture of ’40s-movie-star luxury, complete with plush rugs, dramatic arches, and, of course, plenty of mirrors.

— Megan Johnson, Architectural Digest, 14 Oct. 2026

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