Word noun
chic
n.
US /ˈʃik/ UK /ʃˈiːk/ chic UK spelling chics
Definition
- 01 C1 Advanced
the quality of being stylish and elegant.
the quality of sophisticated elegance or style. Uncountable in this sense.
Simple“The hotel was the height of Parisian chic, with simple but beautiful furniture.”
In context“The designer was celebrated for her innate sense of chic, which allowed her to transform even the most basic materials into high fashion.”
UsageCommonly appears in phrases like 'Parisian chic' or 'boho chic' to describe a specific aesthetic.
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
Updated