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 exterior layout is stylish and functional that features a massive sundec and a killer beach club that allows guests easy access to the water. Bill Springer, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025 KitchenAid Burr Grinder for $200: This KitchenAid is stylish and easy to clean, according to former WIRED reviewer Jaina Grey, and the burrs are accessible thanks to their placement directly beneath the hopper. Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 1 Apr. 2025 Pair decorative items, like picture frames, with practical ones, like room spray or cotton balls, to create a stylish and functional display. Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Apr. 2025 Golf push carts are a stylish and convenient way to tote your clubs around the course with a wide array of features and storage. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 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 16 Apr. 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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