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stylishly-matched

|style-ish-ly-matched|

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/ˈstaɪlɪʃli ˈmætʃt/

harmoniously fashionable

Etymology
Etymology Information

'stylishly-matched' originates from the combination of 'stylish' and 'match,' where 'stylish' meant 'fashionable' and 'match' meant 'to pair or correspond.'

Historical Evolution

'stylish' changed from the Old French word 'estile' and 'match' from the Old English 'mæcca,' eventually forming the modern English term 'stylishly-matched.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'stylish' meant 'of a particular style,' and 'match' meant 'to equal or correspond,' evolving into the current meaning of 'harmoniously fashionable.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having a harmonious and fashionable appearance.

The couple was stylishly-matched at the gala.

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Last updated: 2025/06/20 17:00