trendy

adjective

ˈtren-dē 

trendier; trendiest

1

: very fashionable : up-to-date

… he's a trendy dresser.

—Sunday Mirror (London)

2

: marked by ephemeral, superficial, or faddish appeal or taste

trendy ideas about success

trendily

ˈtren-də-lē 

adverb

trendiness

ˈtren-dē-nəs 

noun

trendy noun

Synonyms of trendy

• fashionable
• stylish
• chic
• happening

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

Recent Examples on the Web

This piece is understated enough to mix in with a variety of styles, and its classic shape leans timeless over trendy. —Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 1 May 2026

Also, Emerging Market is a bit of a trendy pick at 15-1 morning line odds. —Steve Kornacki, NBC news, 1 May 2026

With shoes and swimwear, activewear and accessories, and all the coveted dresses, sweaters, and jeans in between, Free People offers trendy threads for fashion-forward gals on the go who love a touch of whimsy. —Hannah Chubb, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Apr. 2026

To get started, try wearing them with a pair of dark-wash Bermudas and a trendy funnel-neck top for a summer look that feels elevated yet totally laid-back—perfect for a nice dinner or fancy cocktails. —Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1962, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for trendy

• mende
• effendi
• magendie

Kids Definition

trendy

adjective

ˈtren-dē 

trendier; trendiest

1

: very fashionable : up-to-date

2

: marked by passing or shallow appeal or taste