fashionable
38 synonyms and 1 antonym for fashionable, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — In keeping with current trends and considered stylish.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use fashionable
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
fashionable clothes
fashionable area
fashionable trend
Etymology
Formed from "fashion" plus the suffix "-able."
Full origin of fashionable →Frequently asked questions
What does “fashionable” mean?
The word “fashionable” means in keeping with current trends and considered stylish. In plain terms, stylish and in line with what's currently popular.
How do you pronounce “fashionable”?
“Fashionable” is pronounced FA-shuh-nuhbl (/ˈfæʃənəbl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “fashionable” in a sentence?
Here is “fashionable” used in a sentence: “She always wears fashionable clothes.”
What is another word for “fashionable”?
Words with a similar meaning to “fashionable” include a la mode/à la mode, all the rage, chic, sassy, cool and dapper.
What is the opposite of “fashionable”?
The opposite of “fashionable” — its antonyms — is unfashionable.
What part of speech is “fashionable”?
“Fashionable” is an adjective.
Is “fashionable” a common word?
“Fashionable” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between fashionable and trendy?
Fashionable describes something in keeping with current, stylish tastes and can apply to lasting good taste as well as passing trends. Trendy specifically implies something is popular right now but may fade quickly, carrying a slightly more fleeting or faddish connotation.
What is the difference between fashionable and stylish?
Stylish emphasizes a person or thing's inherent good taste and flair, which can be timeless. Fashionable is tied more closely to current trends, meaning something considered fashionable today may not be seen that way in a few years.
Is fashionable a formal word?
Fashionable is a neutral, widely used word suitable for both formal and everyday contexts, describing clothing, restaurants, neighborhoods, or ideas. It carries no particular formality restriction, unlike slangier synonyms such as "on fleek" or "hip."
