DU JOUR Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

du jour

adjective

dü-ˈzhər

Definition of du jour

as in fashionable

enjoying widespread favor or approval that year the yellow tie was the fashion accessory du jour for ambitious male executives

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Recent Examples of du jour Just as longevity becomes the skin-care buzzword du jour, consumers are seeking out hair-care products—including the best scalp serums—that promise not just a good hair day, but healthier hair overall. — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 10 June 2026 In my day, All That was the sleepover show du jour, and staging Spice Girls concerts for our parents was the ultimate weekend activity. — Sarah Scott, Parents, 31 May 2026 Seventies icon Bianca Jagger was there, fresh off her divorce from Mick—who may or may not have turned up with Opium belle du jour Jerry Hall (reports conflict). — Serena Turner, Vanity Fair, 15 June 2026 Carpeted bathrooms became the trend du jour in the 1970s and 1980s as the production of synthetic fibers dominated the industry. — India Roby, Architectural Digest, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for du jour

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Adjective

Queen was known for her great eye and her ability to discern what was original and fashionable.

— Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 6 July 2026
One of them, the Piscine Deligny, became one of the city’s most fashionable spots, eventually hosting swimming events for the 1900 Paris Olympics.

— Camille Knight, CNN Money, 4 July 2026

Definition of fashionable

Adjective

The pop icon and the pro footballer are hosting the rehearsal at the iconic venue's Infosys Theater, with a ceremony to follow on Friday.

— Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 3 July 2026
Even security normally employed by the Garden appeared to have been replaced by Swift’s own firm, the mechanism of pop-stardom extending to who would handle over-eager picture-takers.

— Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 2 July 2026

Definition of pop

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

The Hyundai Motor Company used one of the world’s largest sporting stages to showcase its robotics ambitions.

— Clemente Lisi, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
A number of Russian regions have banned the use of large canisters that hold around five gallons to prevent fuel hoarding.

— Clare Sebastian, CNN Money, 6 July 2026

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