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noun

ˈstī(-ə)l How to pronounce style (audio)
Definition of stylenext
1
as in mode
a distinctive way of putting ideas into words I correctly identified the quotation because I recognized Mark Twain's inimitable style

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2
as in approach
the means or procedure for doing something unfortunately, the club president's usual style is to make decisions without asking anyone's advice or approval

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3
as in trend
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time parents who were very relieved when the style for having one's nose pierced faded

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style

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verb

as in to name
to give a name to although nowadays he's often styled a biologist, he's probably better thought of as a classic 19th-century naturalist

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How is the word style distinct from other similar nouns?

Some common synonyms of style are craze, fad, fashion, mode, rage, and vogue. While all these words mean "the usage accepted by those who want to be up-to-date," style often implies a distinctive fashion adopted by people of taste.

a media baron used to traveling in style

When might fad be a better fit than style?

While in some cases nearly identical to style, fad suggests caprice in taking up or in dropping a fashion.

last year's fad is over

When can fashion be used instead of style?

The words fashion and style are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, fashion is the most general term and applies to any way of dressing, behaving, writing, or performing that is favored at any one time or place.

the current fashion

When is mode a more appropriate choice than style?

While the synonyms mode and style are close in meaning, mode suggests the fashion of the moment among those anxious to appear elegant and sophisticated.

slim bodies are the mode at this resort

How do rage and craze relate to one another, in the sense of style?

Both rage and craze stress intense enthusiasm in adopting a fad.

Cajun food was the rage nearly everywhere for a time
crossword puzzles once seemed just a passing craze but have lasted

In what contexts can vogue take the place of style?

The meanings of vogue and style largely overlap; however, vogue stresses the wide acceptance of a fashion.

short skirts are back in vogue

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Recent Examples of style
Noun
This is about style preference and body type, not gender. — Virgie Tovar, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025 The medium pile height offers a balance between style, comfort, and practicality. — Megan Schaltegger, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Mar. 2025
Verb
Jenner also styled a curved piece of her bangs for an edgy addition. — Rachel McRady, People.com, 25 Mar. 2025 Her new 'do was the perfect complement to daughter Khloé Kardashian, who styled her own brunette bob — as shown in some of the photos — nearly identical to her mom's. — Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 25 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for style
Recent Examples of Synonyms for style
  1. mode
  2. approach
  3. trend
  4. name
  5. tone
  6. method
  7. latest
  8. label
Noun
  • The garland features 20 LED lights with eight lighting modes to brighten your home in the evenings.
    — Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Tory Burch chose color-blocking as the preferred mode of expression and took commonplace pieces to new heights (a sequined swimsuit was the talk of the town after the label’s runway presentation).
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
Definition of mode
Noun
  • As the deadline for Real ID approaches, many Americans are racing to secure the necessary identification for domestic air travel and access to federal buildings.
    — Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
  • In it, Blanche outlines a decentralized approach in which U.S. attorney’s offices will now take the lead on digital asset cases, focusing primarily on crimes involving terrorism.
    — MacKenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 8 Apr. 2025
Definition of approach
Noun
  • Bucking the trend But there are some bright spots in casual dining.
    — Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Like just about every other shoe trend, there’s a divide.
    — Marilú Almaguer, Glamour, 4 Apr. 2025
Definition of trend
Verb
  • It wasn’t named in the companion antitrust cases of Hubbard or Carter, either.
    — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 11 Apr. 2025
  • Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Acting Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Todd Lyons were named as plaintiffs.
    — Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Definition of name
Noun
  • In contrast, reformist newspapers struck a more optimistic tone.
    — Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
  • In emerging markets—where regulation is still catching up to innovation—proactive disclosure sets a new tone. 2.
    — Natalie Dolphin, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Definition of tone
Noun
  • Treatments that Help Manage Chronic Redness & Rosacea There are many methods to help manage chronic redness and rosacea, and that are effective in menopausal women, including laser treatments and prescribed creams.
    — Taylor Lane, Flow Space, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Two methods could address these issues with real reform: special elections or by appointing interim officials who finish the term but cannot run in the next general election for that office.
    — Bob Marshall, Denver Post, 4 Apr. 2025
Definition of method
Noun
  • The latests deaths included three residents of long-term care facilities in Dallas, as well as a Balch Springs man in his 20s and a Dallas man in his 60s.
    — Dana Branham, Dallas News, 30 Apr. 2020
  • That equates to more than 45 million Americans using CBD products, based on latest available U.S. Census estimates.
    — Brendan Bures, chicagotribune.com, 2 Oct. 2019
Definition of latest
Verb
  • When transferring goods into freezer-safe bags, don’t forget to date and label the bags.
    — Cody Godwin, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Go through your fridge to reorganize your items by grouping together similar items and labeling your drawers for the ultimate fridge organization hack.
    — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2025
Definition of label

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“Style.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/style. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.

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