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fashionableness

|fash-ion-a-ble-ness|

C1

/ˈfæʃənəblnəs/

(fashionable)

in style

Base FormComparativeSuperlativeNounAdverb
fashionablemore fashionablemost fashionablefashionfashionably
Etymology
Etymology Information

'fashionable' originates from the word 'fashion,' which comes from the Old French 'façon,' meaning 'form, manner, or appearance.'

Historical Evolution

'façon' transformed into the Middle English word 'facioun,' eventually becoming the modern English word 'fashion.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'form or appearance,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'style or trend.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the quality of being in accordance with the current fashion or trend.

Her fashionableness was evident in her choice of clothing.

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Last updated: 2025/02/04 12:21