Definition

A person who is excessively concerned with their appearance and fashion, often striving to be stylish and elegant.

Example

He dressed in a dandyish manner, always wearing the latest fashions and accessories.

Conversation

Did you see that guy at the café with the dandyish outfit?

Yeah, he definitely stood out with all those colors and patterns.

I wonder if he spends a lot of time picking out his clothes.

Probably! It takes a certain flair to pull off such a dandyish style.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dandyish → It is formed from "dandy" (originating from the Scottish term *dandy*, meaning a man who is overly concerned with his appearance) and "-ish" (a suffix meaning having the quality of). The word "dandyish" describes someone who has the qualities or characteristics of a dandy, particularly in terms of style and fashion.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'dandy' as someone who is very concerned about their looks, and the '-ish' means having that quality. So, dandyish means having the qualities of a dandy.

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