Fashion
UK /["/ˈfæʃn/"]/US /["/ˈfæʃn/"]/
Definition
a popular style of clothes, hair, etc. at a particular time or place; the state of being popular
In simple words: A popular style of clothing or behavior.
Examples
- She loves to follow the latest trends in fashion.
- The fashion industry has a big impact on society.
- He decided to study fashion design at university.
- Fashion can express personality and creativity.
- They attended a fashion show to see new collections.
Usage notes
Commonly used in everyday conversation and writing, especially when discussing trends in clothing or personal style. Avoid using in very formal contexts.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Sounds like 'flash-on' — imagine flashing lights on a stylish outfit.
Collocations
- contemporary
- current
- latest
- be
- be in
- become
- change
- statement
- trend
- model
- after the fashion of
- fashion for
- fashion in
- changes in fashion
- the fashion of the day
- the height of fashion
- contemporary
- current
- latest
- be
- be in
- become
- change
- statement
- trend
- model
- after the fashion of
- fashion for
- fashion in
- changes in fashion
- the fashion of the day
- the height of fashion
- true…
- normal
- standard
- act in
- behave in
- proceed in
- after a fashion
- in a fashion
Synonyms
- style
- trend
- mode
- vogue
- fad
Antonyms
- unfashion
- outdated
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'fascination' due to similar spelling.
- Using 'fashion' as a verb instead of a noun.