chic

13 synonyms and 6 antonyms for chic, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adj — Elegant and fashionable in a stylish, effortless way.

Synonyms

Everyday swaps

Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.

smart

Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

stylish fashionable elegant sophisticated trendy

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

voguish chichi chicness smartness modishness stylishness swank

Synonyms by Meaning

1. adj

Elegant and fashionable in a stylish, effortless way.

“She walked in wearing a chic black dress that turned heads.”

stylish fashionable elegant sophisticated smart trendy voguish

Opposites

dowdy inelegant unelegant unchic unfashionable unstylish

2. noun

Stylishness or fashionable elegance.

“The boutique is known for its understated Parisian chic.”

chichi chicness smartness modishness stylishness swank

How to use chic

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

effortlessly chic chic and stylish urban chic

Etymology

Borrowed from French chic ("elegant"), which most likely comes from German Schick, meaning a tasteful, polished appearance.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “chic” mean?

The word “chic” means elegant and fashionable in a stylish, effortless way. In plain terms, stylish and fashionable, usually in an effortless, tasteful way rather than flashy.

How do you pronounce “chic”?

“Chic” is pronounced sheek (/ʃik/ in IPA).

How do you use “chic” in a sentence?

Here is “chic” used in a sentence: “She walked in wearing a chic black dress that turned heads.”

What is the opposite of “chic”?

The opposite of “chic” — its antonyms — are dowdy, inelegant, unelegant, unchic and unfashionable.

What part of speech is “chic”?

Depending on how it is used, “chic” can be an adjective and a noun.

Where does the word “chic” come from?

The word “chic” comes from French. Borrowed from French chic ("elegant"), which most likely comes from German Schick, meaning a tasteful, polished appearance.

Is “chic” a common word?

“Chic” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “chic” have?

“Chic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: elegant and fashionable in a stylish, effortless way.

What is the difference between chic and stylish?

Chic specifically implies elegant, effortless fashionability with a sense of sophistication. Stylish is a more general term that can describe anything fashionable, without necessarily implying that same effortless elegance.

What is the difference between chic and trendy?

Chic suggests a timeless, sophisticated elegance, while trendy refers to whatever is currently popular in fashion and may go out of style quickly.

Is chic a noun or an adjective?

Chic can be both. As an adjective it describes something elegant and fashionable, as in 'a chic outfit,' and as a noun it refers to stylishness or fashionable elegance itself.

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