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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
These elements give it a look grounded in Persian art, which is different from the futuristic style usually seen at Burning Man. — Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026 Although an Assassin's Creed-style parkour system would do wonders for the game's movement given the setting, the protagonist's magical steed was a joy to ride. — Gabriel Zamora, PC Magazine, 29 Aug. 2026
Verb
Banks, styled with his then-signature blond dreadlocks, was shown on screens in the courtroom chasing and shooting an actor whom prosecutors say was portraying rival rapper Quando Rondo. — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 26 Aug. 2026 Parton wore some 300 custom outfits a year, styled by her longtime collaborator Steve Summers. — Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026 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 screen can tilt 20 degrees up or down, swivel right and left 15 degrees, and even rotate 90 degrees into portrait mode.
    — Joe Salas August 28, New Atlas, 29 Aug. 2026
  • When using a Pixel 11 Pro XL in standard mode, every frame of the 4K60 HDR recording showed a different time reading.
    — Paul Monckton, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of mode
Noun
  • Ultimately, Bessent’s approach is likely to fail, said Peter Boockvar, chief investment officer of One Point BFG Wealth Partners and editor of The Boock Report newsletter.
    — Brian Cheung, NBC news, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Finally, regarding Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey, his tone has skewed dovish in recent months, favoring a wait-and-see approach to the impact of the Middle East conflict.
    — , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of approach
Noun
  • Department store Macy’s highlights sporty prep, statement sneakers, denim, and activewear as key trends for the 2026 back-to-school period, chiming with analyst predictions.
    — Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Frans Op den Kamp is hoping that trend continues, as his collection of more than 3,200 Johnnie Walker bottles and pieces of memorabilia, the largest collection to date at auction, opens for bidding to the public next month.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of trend
Verb
  • The hero of this historic draw was undeniably Vozinha, who made seven crucial saves throughout the match and was named Player of the Match.
    — , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The Sun conjoins Mercury in Virgo and your 4th House of Home, Family, and Emotional Roots, helping private needs become easier to name.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of name
Noun
  • Expressing positive sentiment, such as appreciation, also proved more effective than neutral or negative tones.
    — Paul Hsieh, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Soto returning from an injury late in a lost season could help set a tone for next year.
    — Will Sammon, New York Times, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of tone
Noun
  • Adults is almost always at its best when there’s a method to the madness, a kernel of earnestness at the heart of it all.
    — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The alternative method was to relay the three-minute call through the helicopter facility at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, but that didn’t work either.
    — David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of method
Noun
  • The latests stats mean AI music has exploded by 650% in 16 months.
    — James Peckham, PC Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026
  • The latests forecasts show a new round of storm systems will increase rain chances across much of Northern California and the Central Valley in the coming days.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 9 Feb. 2026
Definition of latest
Verb
  • OpenAI said Monday that its ads are clearly labeled and do not influence ChatGPT's answers.
    — Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Now it's been labeled it a tool for domestic terrorism, USA TODAY has learned.
    — Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of label

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“Style.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/style. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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