unfashionably

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unfashionably

She wore an unfashionably long skirt and a large, patterned sweater.

Definition

Adverb: In a manner that is not fashionable or popular according to current styles or trends.

Usage

The adverb "unfashionably" describes how an action is performed, specifically in a way that is out of step with contemporary fashion or prevailing tastes. It modifies verbs, particularly those related to appearance, behavior, or style.

Examples
  • He arrived unfashionably early for the party.
  • The author holds some unfashionably traditional views on education.
  • She seemed to make a point of being unfashionably dressed.
Advanced Usage
  • "unfashionably late": A common ironic phrase where something considered stylishly or acceptably late is instead very late, beyond the norm.
    • The band came on stage unfashionably late, annoying the crowd.
Variants and Related Words
  • Unfashionable (adjective): Not fashionable or popular.
    • He wore an unfashionable coat.
  • Fashionably (adverb): In a fashionable manner. (Antonym)
    • She was fashionably dressed.
Synonyms
  • Unstylishly
  • Outmodedly
  • Datedly
Antonyms
  • Fashionably
  • Stylishly
  • Trendily
unfashionably

She wore an unfashionably long skirt and a large, patterned sweater.

Adverb
  1. in an unfashionable manner
    • she seemed to make a point of being unfashionably dressed

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