Fashionable
/ˈfæʃ(ə)nəb(ə)l/
Definitions
2 meaningsFollowing or conforming to a popular trend or style.
/ˈfæʃ(ə)nəb(ə)l/
Following the current trends in style and behavior.
The new designer handbags are very fashionable.
💡 Simply: Being in style! Like, if everyone is wearing ripped jeans, then ripped jeans are fashionable right now.
👶 For kids: When something is cool and everybody wants to have it or do it!
More Examples
That hairstyle was fashionable a few years ago, but it's not anymore.
She enjoys visiting fashionable boutiques.
How It's Used
"She always wears the most fashionable clothes."
"The restaurant is a fashionable place to dine."
Suitable for or characteristic of people who are wealthy or of high social status.
/ˈfæʃ(ə)nəb(ə)l/
Suitable for, or frequented by, people with a high social status or a high level of wealth.
The resort is a fashionable destination for celebrities.
💡 Simply: It's like a place or thing that's fancy and popular with people who have a lot of money or are considered important.
👶 For kids: A place or thing that is fancy, expensive, and lots of grown-ups like.
More Examples
They attended a fashionable gala last night.
The area is known for its fashionable restaurants and shops.
How It's Used
"They live in a fashionable neighborhood."
"The hotel is located in a fashionable part of the city."
From fashion + -able. Fashion derives from Old French façon, meaning 'manner, style, shape,' ultimately from Latin factio ('a making, a doing'). The -able suffix indicates capability or suitability.
Historically, 'fashionable' has been used to describe trends in clothing, etiquette, and social behavior since the 18th century.
Memory tip
Think of a fashion show! Everything presented is meant to be fashionable.
Word Origin
"Relating to style, mode, or the latest trend."