modish — fashionable or stylish at a particular time
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: fashionable or stylish at a particular time
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmoʊdɪʃ/
Example Sentences
- His modish beard made all the other hipsters jealous at the coffee shop.
- The modish interior design featured minimalist furniture and bold colors.
- She spent hours trying to look effortlessly modish, which was quite ironic.
modish
ADJECTIVE[/ˈmoʊdɪʃ/]
fashionable or stylish at a particular time
She strutted down the boulevard in the most modish outfit of the season.
Making modish trends from oddish blends!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From the French word 'mode' meaning fashion or style, combined with the English suffix '-ish' meaning 'having the quality of' or 'somewhat like'. The French 'mode' itself comes from Latin 'modus' meaning manner or measure.
Breakdown
mode (fashion) + -ish (having the quality of) = modish
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His modish beard made all the other hipsters jealous at the coffee shop.”
“The modish interior design featured minimalist furniture and bold colors.”
“She spent hours trying to look effortlessly modish, which was quite ironic.”
“The modish café attracted young professionals with its Instagram-worthy décor.”
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