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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The simple yet stylish design lends itself to almost any outfit, so these sandals can be worn with pants, dresses, or shorts. Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2025 While some sandals can lean on the casual, informal side, these stylish ones are sophisticated enough for all types of events and occasions. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 8 May 2025 And look around any busy city street—you’ll probably notice a stylish woman rocking capri leggings. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 8 May 2025 PCMag gave two of these products four-star reviews, citing stylish designs and strong audio performance. James Peckham, PC Magazine, 7 May 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 18 May. 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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