Unfashionable

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈfæʃənəbəl/

Definitions of unfashionable

adjective not in keeping with the current fashion or style; outdated

Example Sentences

A1 Wearing socks with sandals is considered unfashionable.

A2 Her outdated hairstyle made her look unfashionable.

B1 The baggy jeans she wore were unfashionable compared to the skinny jeans trend.

B2 The unfashionable decor of the restaurant gave it a retro vibe.

C1 Despite being unfashionable, the vintage dress she wore was a hit at the party.

C2 His unfashionable choice of attire stood out in a crowd of stylishly dressed individuals.

Examples of unfashionable in a Sentence

formal The outdated dress style is considered unfashionable in high society.

informal Wearing socks with sandals is so unfashionable.

slang Those baggy jeans are totally unfashionable.

figurative His ideas on sustainability were seen as unfashionable at the time.

Grammatical Forms of unfashionable

• past tense: unfashioned
• plural: unfashionables
• comparative: more unfashionable
• superlative: most unfashionable
• present tense: unfashionable
• future tense: will be unfashionable
• perfect tense: has been unfashionable
• continuous tense: is being unfashionable
• singular: unfashionable
• positive degree: fashionable
• infinitive: to be unfashionable
• gerund: unfashioning
• participle: unfashioned

Origin and Evolution of unfashionable

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'unfashionable' originated from the Old French word 'desfachonable' which meant 'not in accordance with prevailing fashion'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'unfashionable' has come to mean not stylish or out of date, reflecting changes in societal norms and fashion trends.