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fashionably

|fash/ion/a/bly|

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/ˈfæʃənəbli/

(fashionable)

in style

Base FormComparativeSuperlativeNounAdverb
fashionablemore fashionablemost fashionablefashionfashionably
Etymology
Etymology Information

'fashionably' originates from the word 'fashionable,' which comes from the Old French word 'façon,' meaning 'manner' or 'style.'

Historical Evolution

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

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'in a manner of style,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that is in accordance with the current fashion or style.

She dressed fashionably for the party.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35