trendier; trendiest
1
: very fashionable : up-to-date
he's a trendy dresserSunday Mirror
2
: marked by ephemeral, superficial, or faddish appeal or taste
trendy ideas about success
trendily adverb
trendiness noun
trendy noun

Examples of trendy in a Sentence

a group of trendy young professionals if what's in the stores is any indication, shorter skirts are trendy again this year
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Located in the trendy Mid Beach area of Miami, the new hotel exudes an Art Deco vibe and a bevy of fresh and unique touches that lean into the Miami detox, re-tox lifestyle. Miami Herald, 15 Jan. 2025 But slang can also be used to demean, bully, or belittle others, so parents should be aware of trendy lingo their kids are using in their day-to-day life. Kara Nesvig, Parents, 15 Jan. 2025 The trendy use of Russian script slipped away as Russia reasserted its military might and had all but ceased by the onset of the invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Jacob Gallagher, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2025 Stewart’s toasty puffer was equal parts fashionable and functional, thanks to a trendy Glen check plaid pattern in rich shades of red and brown with a wide spread collar. Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 14 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for trendy 

Word History

First Known Use

1962, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of trendy was in 1962

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“Trendy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trendy. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

trendy

adjective
trendier; trendiest
1
: very fashionable : up-to-date
2
: marked by passing or shallow appeal or taste

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