Dapper: meaning, definitions and examples

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dapper

 

[ หˆdรฆpษ™r ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

appearance, style

The term 'dapper' is used to describe a man who is neat, trim, and elegantly dressed. This word conveys a sense of stylishness and sophistication in attire, often implying that the individual pays careful attention to their grooming and overall appearance. A dapper man typically wears well-fitting clothing and may accessorize with items such as ties, hats, or shoes that are polished. The term can also be applied to a woman in a more informal sense, although it is predominantly associated with men's fashion.

Synonyms

chic, neat, smart, stylish, trim.

Examples of usage

  • He looked very dapper in his tailored suit.
  • The wedding guests were all dressed dapper for the occasion.
  • After shopping, he emerged dapper and ready for the gala.

Translations

Translations of the word "dapper" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น elegante

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเคพเคจเคฆเคพเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช schick

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ elegan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะตะปะตะณะฐะฝั‚ะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ elegancki

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ—ใ‚ƒใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉlรฉgant

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elegante

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„ธ๋ จ๋œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃู†ูŠู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ elegantnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ elegantnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไผ˜้›…็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ eleganten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fagur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัำ™ะฝะดั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒšแƒ”แƒ’แƒแƒœแƒขแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ elegant

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ elegante

Etymology

The word 'dapper' comes from the Middle Dutch word 'dapper', meaning 'brave' or 'skillful'. It was first used in English as early as the 17th century and originally described someone who was bold or daring. Over time, the meaning evolved to reflect a more refined appearance associated with stylishness and neatness. In the 19th century, 'dapper' began to be more closely linked with men's fashion, particularly in the context of formal and semi-formal attire. Today, it remains a popular descriptor for well-dressed individuals, particularly in situations that call for a polished and sophisticated look.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,811, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.