as in stylish
being in the latest or current fashion
a chic new hairstyle that makes her look very sophisticated
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in trend
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
mockumentaries are the latest filmmaking chic
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of chic
Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 17 Jan. 2025
Take a coffee break at Via Roma Cafe, an Italian espresso bar and cafe serving Lavazza coffee in a chic, walk-up counter.
—Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 12 Jan. 2025
Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2025
Find it on Amazon This Asymmetrical Top With a High-Low Design
Boho chic is a trend that everyone is hopping on, and this asymmetrical top is a stunning way to pull it off.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 26 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for chic 
Adjective
In lieu of a miniskirt and go-go boots, the vocalist looked chic in a black blazer while standing on stage with her band Thursday (Jan. 16), immediately bringing energy to the Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess track’s hot-and-heavy opening verse.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 17 Jan. 2025
Take a coffee break at Via Roma Cafe, an Italian espresso bar and cafe serving Lavazza coffee in a chic, walk-up counter.
—Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 12 Jan. 2025
Noun
Country club chic is a perennially popular look for fashion.
—Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2025
Find it on Amazon This Asymmetrical Top With a High-Low Design
Boho chic is a trend that everyone is hopping on, and this asymmetrical top is a stunning way to pull it off.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 26 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for chic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chic
Adjective
-
Her look was completed with oversize black shades and stylish black-and-white heels.—
Ada Tseng,
WWD,
20 Jan. 2025
-
Scuba Oversized Pullover Sweatshirt $118 $69 at Lululemon A classic pullover sweatshirt is a wardrobe staple, and this one is both stylish and cozy.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Perhaps Ohio State will buck this trend, but recent history suggests that motivation trumps momentum in the CFP.—
Austin Meek,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
-
Lawrence Dow | Digital sports reporter Lawrence covers a variety of sports news and trends, including the Texas Rangers.—
Amanda McCoy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
-
But Iyer doesn’t distill the lessons of silence into a fashionable set of lifestyle tips.—
Danny Heitman,
The Christian Science Monitor,
23 Jan. 2025
-
As its whiskey became increasingly fashionable across the country, the brand moved most of its production to a distillery up the road in Wanship, which is now open to the public for tours.—
Brad Japhe,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
The latests deaths included three residents of long-term care facilities in Dallas, as well as a Balch Springs man in his 20s and a Dallas man in his 60s.—
Dana Branham,
Dallas News,
30 Apr. 2020
-
That equates to more than 45 million Americans using CBD products, based on latest available U.S. Census estimates.—
Brendan Bures,
chicagotribune.com,
2 Oct. 2019
Adjective
-
While the overarching trend for fall is still lowest maintenance possible, there's a bit more happening than your typical sunny blondes and balayage brunettes.—
Bella Cacciatore,
Glamour,
2 Sep. 2020
-
What was once a sleepy college town next to a railroad stop is now one of the most happening cities in the state of Texas.—
Craig Hlavaty,
Houston Chronicle,
5 Apr. 2018
Noun
-
The realities of financing premium drama mean co-production is in vogue and the shows pitched in Berlin will be scouting for partners.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
17 Jan. 2025
-
Neutrality about dressing political figures may be becoming more in vogue, or maybe designers are just busy.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
WWD,
9 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Last year, OpenAI, which started the generative AI craze in late 2022 with ChatGPT, introduced a search engine called SearchGPT.—
Hayden Field,
CNBC,
18 Jan. 2025
-
In my experience, the main driver behind the AI investment and adoption craze is the measurable value technology offers healthcare providers.—
Sergey Mashchenko,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
The 6-foot-6 wing does it with a unique style and uncanny body control.—
Ivan Carter,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Jan. 2025
-
This one comes in eight colors, is wind- and rain-resistant, and has a detachable faux fur collar around the hood for added warmth and style.—
Lauren Fischer,
People.com,
26 Jan. 2025
Thesaurus Entries Near chic
Cite this Entry
“Chic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chic. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share