Unstylish Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations
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unstylish
[สnหstaษชlษชส ]
Definition
fashion
Lacking in style or elegance; not fashionable or trendy.
Synonyms
dowdy, outdated, unfashionable.
Examples of usage
- She wore an unstylish outfit to the party.
- His unstylish haircut made him stand out for the wrong reasons.
Translations
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Origin of 'unstylish'
The word 'unstylish' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'stylish', which dates back to the 17th century. 'Stylish' itself comes from the Old English 'stฤซl' meaning 'manner, fashion'. Over time, 'unstylish' has been used to describe things that lack current trends or elegance.
See also: restyle, style, styling, stylish, stylishly, stylishness, stylist, stylistic, stylization.