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stylish

American  
[stahy-lish] / ˈstaɪ lɪʃ /

adjective

  1. characterized by or conforming to style or the fashionable standard; fashionably elegant; smart or chic.

    She wore a very stylish gown to the inaugural ball.


stylish British  
/ ˈstaɪlɪʃ /

adjective

  1. having style; smart; fashionable

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Other Word Forms

  • quasi-stylish adjective
  • quasi-stylishly adverb
  • stylishly adverb
  • stylishness noun
  • superstylish adjective
  • superstylishly adverb
  • superstylishness noun
  • unstylish adjective
  • unstylishly adverb
  • unstylishness noun

Etymology

Origin of stylish

First recorded in 1775–85; style + -ish 1

Example Sentences

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At times, it reminded me of John Carpenter’s little-seen, Lauren Hutton-starring 1978 film, “Someone’s Watching Me!,” an equally economical yet surprisingly stylish little TV movie that flaunted the still-budding horror legend’s early talents.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

The seeds also mimic the flavors of raspberry or strawberry seeds, adding a subtle yet stylish touch to their individual fruit jams.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

Sora transfixed the tech world by creating seemingly realistic videos of everything from woolly mammoths trekking across a snowy field to a stylish woman walking down a Tokyo street filled with glowing neon signs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

The TV show - which ran from 2013 for six series - was known for its stylish production as much as its metal-tipped criminal substance, and featured tunes by many cool bands and artists.

From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026

He has the most stylish new Luverne automobile, so I would accept his offer if I were you.

From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson