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 Martin Scorsese adaptation remains a masterclass in filmmaking, celebrated for its stylish camerawork and gritty realism. Glenn Garner, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2025 The rooms are simple yet stylish, featuring burl-wood furnishings and handmade bathroom tiles. Emily Wilson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 Sep. 2025 The evening drew a stylish guest list, including actress Tessa Thompson, rapper JT, and model Julez Smith. Danielle Wright, Essence, 19 Sep. 2025 New boutique hotel Fidelity Hotel would be a fun and stylish choice for families with teenagers. Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 19 Sep. 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 20 Sep. 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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