Definition

In a way that is not in style or not popular at the moment.

Example

She dressed unfashionably, wearing clothes that were out of date.

Conversation

Did you see what she wore to the party last night?

Yeah, it was so unfashionably out of date!

I know, right? I wonder if she even cares about trends.

Maybe she just likes to be different and stand out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Unfashionably** → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "fashion" (from Old French *façon*, meaning manner or style) and "-ably" (meaning in a manner). The word "unfashionably" means in a manner that is not in style or out of fashion.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being combined with 'style' ('fashion') to remember that 'unfashionably' means not in style.

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