Word: modish (adjective)

Associations

"Modish" means fashionable or stylish, especially in a way that is popular at the moment.

• Example 1: She wore a modish dress to the party. (The dress is very fashionable.)
• Example 2: The restaurant has a modish interior design. (The design is trendy and modern.)
• Example 3: He always chooses modish accessories. (He picks stylish, popular items.) A well-known synonym is "fashionable." The difference is that "modish" often sounds a bit old-fashioned or literary, while "fashionable" is more common in everyday speech.

Substitution

Instead of "modish," you can use:

• fashionable (more common)
• trendy (more casual)
• stylish (focuses on good taste) Using "trendy" may suggest something very current but sometimes short-lived, while "modish" can feel a bit more formal or old-fashioned.

Deconstruction

"Modish" comes from the root "mode," which means fashion or style. The suffix "-ish" means "like" or "related to." So, "modish" literally means "like the mode (fashion)."

Inquiry

• Can you think of a modish item you have seen recently?
• How would you describe someone who always follows modish trends?
• Do you think modish styles last long or change quickly? Why?