Stylistic: meaning, definitions and examples

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stylistic

 

[ stɪˈlɪstɪk ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

fashion industry

Relating to the style of a particular person, group, or culture.

Synonyms

chic, fashionable, sophisticated, trendy

Examples of usage

  • He is known for his bold and innovative stylistic choices.
  • The brand is famous for its unique stylistic approach to design.
Context #2 | Noun

literature

The characteristic use of language, structure, and other elements in a literary work.

Synonyms

expression, form, language, technique

Examples of usage

  • The writer's stylistic choices added depth and complexity to the novel.
  • Her stylistic flair is evident in her poetry.

Translations

Translations of the word "stylistic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 estilístico

🇮🇳 शैलीगत

🇩🇪 stilistisch

🇮🇩 stilistik

🇺🇦 стилістичний

🇵🇱 stylistyczny

🇯🇵 文体的

🇫🇷 stylistique

🇪🇸 estilístico

🇹🇷 stilistik

🇰🇷 문체의

🇸🇦 أسلوبي

🇨🇿 stylistický

🇸🇰 štylistický

🇨🇳 文体的

🇸🇮 stilističen

🇮🇸 stílistískur

🇰🇿 стилистикалық

🇬🇪 სტილისტური

🇦🇿 üslubiyyətli

🇲🇽 estilístico

Etymology

The word 'stylistic' originated from the French word 'stylistique' in the mid-19th century. It is derived from the Latin word 'stilus' meaning 'style'. The term became popular in the fields of fashion and literature to describe the unique and characteristic elements of a particular style or expression.

See also: restyle, style, styling, stylish, stylishly, stylishness, stylist, stylization, unstylish.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,819, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.