stylish

adjective

styl·​ish ˈstī-lish How to pronounce stylish (audio)
: having style
specifically : conforming to current fashion
stylishly adverb
stylishness noun

Examples of stylish in a Sentence

a pretty, stylish dress
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These roomy parachute cargo pants are functional but stylish and—especially for Tokyo, a city known for being a street fashion hub. Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2025 One of the biggest struggles of dressing for the summer heat is finding a pair of sandals that are both stylish and comfortable. Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 25 June 2025 Swap out that workmanlike case for something that’s more casual, more stylish, and—whisper it—more functional. Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 25 June 2025 Your summer outfits deserve a stylish sidekick, and Kate Spade’s playful yet polished handbags are at the top of our list this season. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for stylish

Word History

First Known Use

1785, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of stylish was in 1785

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“Stylish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stylish. Accessed 29 Jun. 2025.

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stylish

adjective
styl·​ish ˈstī-lish How to pronounce stylish (audio)
: having style
especially : fashionable
stylishly adverb
stylishness noun

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