Unfashionably: meaning, definitions and examples

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unfashionably

 

[ ʌnˈfæʃənəblɪ ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

fashion context

Unfashionably refers to a manner that is out of style or not in line with current fashion trends. It can describe a way of dressing, behaving, or being perceived as outdated. Often, this term implies a lack of awareness or indifference toward contemporary style.

Synonyms

old-fashionedly, outdatedly, unstylishly

Examples of usage

  • He always dresses unfashionably for the parties.
  • Wearing bright colors in winter might seem unfashionably bold.
  • Her unfashionably long hairstyle drew some comments.

Translations

Translations of the word "unfashionably" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desatualizadamente

🇮🇳 अप्रचलित तरीके से

🇩🇪 unmodern

🇮🇩 tidak modis

🇺🇦 недостатньо модно

🇵🇱 niemodnie

🇯🇵 流行遅れで

🇫🇷 de manière démodée

🇪🇸 de manera anticuada

🇹🇷 modası geçmiş bir şekilde

🇰🇷 유행에 뒤떨어져

🇸🇦 بطريقة غير عصرية

🇨🇿 nemoderně

🇸🇰 nemódne

🇨🇳 过时地

🇸🇮 nemodno

🇮🇸 óhefðbundið

🇰🇿 заманауи емес

🇬🇪 არამოდურად

🇦🇿 müasir olmayan

🇲🇽 de manera anticuada

Word origin

The word 'unfashionably' is derived from the adjective 'unfashionable,' which itself is a combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the root 'fashionable.' 'Fashionable' originates from 'fashion,' which comes from the Middle English 'fassion' (meaning style or manner), borrowed from the Old French 'façon,' meaning 'a making or shaping.' This, in turn, traces back to the Latin 'factio,' meaning 'the act of making.' The 'un-' prefix adds a negation to the term, indicating that something does not conform to the current standards of fashion. The evolution of the term reflects societal changes and the cyclical nature of trends, where what is popular today can become unfashionable tomorrow.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,644, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.