unfashionable

adjective

ˌən-ˈfa-sh(ə-)nə-bəl How to pronounce unfashionable (audio)
Definition of unfashionablenext
as in inappropriate
marked by an obvious lack of style or good taste an old and unfashionable jacket that someone had donated to charity

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Recent Examples of unfashionable In The Devil Wears Prada 2, Novak stars as the unfashionable businessman Jay Ravitz. — Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026 Gilberto and Kleberson formed an unfashionable midfield duo largely unknown outside Brazil. — Michael Cox, New York Times, 15 Feb. 2026 Here’s a rapid-fire update on each stock in the portfolio, starting with seven currently unfashionable names that Jim says should soon be back in style. — Paulina Likos,morgan Chittum, CNBC, 12 Dec. 2025 Even the bearded Texas blues buzzards in ZZ Top, the most proudly unfashionable band around, became unlikely teen idols, just by embracing the absurdity of it all, with their white-fur guitars, and gender parody. — Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 16 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unfashionable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unfashionable
  1. inappropriate
  2. unsuitable
  3. incorrect
  4. wrong
  5. dowdy
  6. inelegant
  7. tacky
  8. unstylish
Adjective
  • Justice Department attorneys have argued that a restraining order would be inappropriate and that the legal challenge was premature, as federal agencies had yet to issue public guidance on how the president's directive would be implemented.
    — Kristina Cooke, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The morality police, which are often accused of extreme policies, recently announced a statewide ban in Sokoto on the use of DJs at events, as well as inappropriate haircuts, extravagant bridal gifts and playing music on public transport.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of inappropriate
Adjective
  • Guy acknowledges, though, that this could lead to the level of chaos depicted in a memorable 2009 episode of The Office, where staff show up in an array of unsuitable outfits.
    — Chloe Veltman, NPR, 28 Aug. 2026
  • That could allow geothermal projects to operate in locations that have traditionally been considered unsuitable for geothermal development.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of unsuitable
Adjective
  • This story has been updated to remove an incorrect win total for Dondrial Pinkins.
    — Todd Holcomb, AJC.com, 31 Aug. 2026
  • There are several factors that cause black clothes to fade such as frequent washing, incorrect drying, and consistent exposure to sunlight.
    — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of incorrect
Adjective
  • Remember, taking the wrong benefit at the wrong time is always smaller and forever.
    — Thomas Hager, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Therefore, therapy should do more than help people identify what’s wrong with their relationships.
    — David H. Rosmarin, Time, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of wrong
Adjective
  • Get rid of that dowdy old boob light for good and hang any of these beautiful alternative light fixtures instead.
    — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Like sparks igniting, the result is a piece that feels alive with energy rather than a dowdy relic of the past.
    — Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 17 May 2026
Definition of dowdy
Adjective
  • Holzinger jumps into the tank, her movements inelegant and panicked, and pulls Nüganen out.
    — Lauren Oyler, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
  • One of the more revealing patterns to emerge from the category is something known as zebra striping, a perhaps inelegant term, but a quick phrase to show the shift in highly intelligent consumer behaviour.
    — Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
Definition of inelegant
Adjective
  • Could a fellow traveler hint at the inappropriate, tacky nature of this display?
    — Jacobina Martin, Washington Post, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Here are eight once-tacky décor trends that designers are embracing once again.
    — Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of tacky
Adjective
  • Hoka Women’s Kaha 2 GTX Waterproof Hiking Boots Hiking boots don’t need to be frumpy and unstylish—just look at this adorable pair that’s now up to 59 percent off just in time for the Fourth of July.
    — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2025
  • The piece is an antique that wasn't fashionable for many decades, but many jewels once considered fussy or unstylish have now been embraced again.
    — Stephanie Petit, Peoplemag, 8 Dec. 2023
Definition of unstylish

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“Unfashionable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unfashionable. Accessed 3 Sep. 2026.

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