vogue

[voʊɡ]

vogue Definition

  • 1the prevailing fashion or style at a particular time
  • 2a popular trend or practice

Using vogue: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "vogue" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The vogue for blue jeans started in the 1950s.

  • Example

    The new dance craze quickly became the vogue among teenagers.

  • Example

    The vogue for organic food has grown in recent years.

vogue Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for vogue

Antonyms for vogue

Phrases with vogue

  • currently popular or fashionable

    Example

    Wearing masks in public is in vogue during the pandemic.

  • strike a vogue

    to become fashionable or popular

    Example

    Her unique style struck a vogue among her peers.

  • vogue word

    a word or phrase that becomes popular and widely used for a period of time

    Example

    In the 90s, 'bling' was a vogue word to describe flashy jewelry.

Origins of vogue

from Middle French 'vogue', meaning 'wave, course of success'

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Summary: vogue in Brief

The term 'vogue' [voʊɡ] refers to the current fashion or style, as well as popular trends or practices. It can be used to describe anything from clothing to food to language. Examples include 'The vogue for organic food has grown in recent years.' and 'The new dance craze quickly became the vogue among teenagers.' 'In vogue' means currently popular or fashionable, while 'strike a vogue' means to become fashionable or popular.

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