Basic Details
Word: Fashionable
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Stylish or popular, especially in clothing and appearance.
Synonyms: Trendy, stylish, chic
Antonyms: Unfashionable, outdated, unfashionable
Idioms and Phrases
- In vogue: Refers to something that is currently fashionable or popular. Example: "The new dress design is really in vogue this season."
- Dress to the nines: To dress very stylishly and elegantly. Example: "She always dresses to the nines for formal events."
Usage Examples
Example 1: At the party, everyone admired her fashionable outfit and how well it matched her shoes.
Example 2: The magazine is full of tips on how to be fashionable without spending a lot of money.
Example 3: He made a fashionable statement with his bright coloured jacket that caught everyone's eye.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the term "fashionable" comes from the French word "mode", which means style? This reflects how much influence French fashion has had on trends around the world!
Famous Quote
"Fashion is what you buy; style is what you do with it." - Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "fashionable" mean?
a) Outdated and old-fashioned
b) Stylish and popular
c) Uncomfortable and heavy
d) Very basic and plain
Answer: b) Stylish and popular
2. Which of these is a synonym of "fashionable"?
a) Trendy
b) Boring
c) Simple
d) Clumsy
Answer: a) Trendy
3. What is the antonym of "fashionable"?
a) Stylish
b) Pretty
c) Unfashionable
d) Smart
Answer: c) Unfashionable
4. Which sentence uses "fashionable" correctly?
a) She always keeps her room fashionable and tidy.
b) The fashionable shoes were on sale at the store.
c) He was fashionable while he ran in the race.
d) The dog looked fashionable with its new collar.
Answer: b) The fashionable shoes were on sale at the store.
5. Which idiom means something is currently fashionable?
a) Dress to the nines
b) In vogue
c) Cast in stone
d) A piece of cake
Answer: b) In vogue
